Utility Worker

Northpower; Auckland; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Well-being programme

Life Insurance

Development

Friendly workplace

Leadership development

Social club

Gym discounts

Job summary

Northpower is seeking a hands-on Utility Worker to prepare and maintain worksites, install electrical distribution assets, and support safe field operations. The role suits physically fit individuals who enjoy outdoor, varied work and who prioritise safety and teamwork.

Key duties cover site preparation, cabling, equipment operation, and adherence to Northpower standards. You’ll work with a safety-first mindset, read plans, and contribute to team performance while supporting customers and

Qualifications

• Full Class 2 licence required.
• Endorsements (Class 4/5 or WTR) advantageous but not essential.
• Experience in labouring, construction or civil works.
• Comfortable with heavy lifting and manual tasks.
• Ability to read and understand obstruction plans.
• Safety-focused with a track record of safe work.

Responsibilities

• Identify hazards and set up safe worksites.
• Excavate trenches and identify underground obstructions.
• Install electrical distribution assets.
• Operate specialised installation machinery and truck-mounted cranes.
• Ensure equipment, PPE, and vehicles are maintained.

Skills

Class 2 licence

Class 4/5/WTR

Truck Loader crane

Labouring experience

Heavy lifting

Read plans

Safety-first

Strong communication

Job description

About the role:

As a Utility Worker, you’ll play a key role in preparing and maintaining work sites, installing electrical distribution assets, and supporting safe, efficient field operations. This role suits someone who is physically fit, enjoys varied work, and thrives in an outdoor environment.

Site Preparation & Cabling

• Identify hazards and set up safe worksites
• Excavate trenches and identify underground obstructions
• Install electrical distribution assets
• Operate specialised installation machinery and truck‑mounted cranes
• Ensure all equipment is fit for purpose and ready for use

Performance & Delivery

• Complete work to Northpower, customer, and regulatory standards
• Meet productivity targets and contribute to team performance
• Identify and solve problems quickly and effectively

Teamwork & Communication

• Communicate openly with teammates, supervisors, clients, and suppliers
• Contribute to positive team culture and uphold Northpower PRIDE values
• Deliver high‑quality customer experiences

Continuous Improvement

• Suggest improvements to safety systems, work practices, or procedures
• Actively participate in your own development

Health, Safety & Environment

• Work safely at all times - protecting yourself, your team, the public, and the environment
• Maintain 100% compliance with safety requirements, industry standards, and procedures
• Report incidents promptly and accurately

Care of Equipment

• Keep all tools, PPE, and equipment clean, compliant, and used for the correct purpose
• Ensure company vehicles are equipped and maintained

About you:

• Full Class 2 licence
• Class 4, 5 and/or WTR endorsements (an advantage, not essential)
• Truck Loader crane US16617 (an advantage not essential)
• Experience in labouring, construction, or civil works
• Comfortable with heavy lifting, digging, and manual tasks
• Ability to read and understand obstruction plans
• Good communicator with a safety‑first attitude
• Excellent safety record
• Good verbal and written communication skills

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive remuneration
• An in-house well-being programme, a peer support network (Kaitiaki) and EAP services
• Life Insurance and group discounted medical insurance
• Commitment to professional growth and development
• A friendly workplace where people are valued and appreciated
• Tailored leadership development in line with our specialised capability framework
• Social club and participate in family and social events and activities
• Discounted gym membership and a range of retail discounts

About us:

Northpower is an electricity and fibre network provider for Whangārei and Kaipara, with more than 60,000 connected customers.

We are one of the largest multi-utility contractors in New Zealand, servicing the needs of clients in transmission, distribution, generation, fibre, renewables, and commercial sectors. We have a reputation for excellence and innovation, providing commercially viable solutions for electrical and telecommunication design, construction, and maintenance requirements.

We have over 1,400 staff working together across 16 locations to keep the power on and the lights going for our customers.

NZ work rights required for this role.

Pre employment checks will include police, drug and alcohol tests.