Power Technician
paragonrecruitmentltd
About the role
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- Join a team committed to powering Aotearoa with safety, reliability and innovation.
- Competitive salary + allowances, plus great benefits (e.g. insurance, training and promotion pathways).
- Work across diverse environments — substations, protection systems, SCADA, and generation assets with opportunities to expand your skills.
- A supportive, safety‑first culture where your contribution matters and growth is encouraged.
About the Role
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Power Technician to join a respected energy and network services provider supporting customers across the Bay of Plenty and across the Motu.
In this hands-on role, you’ll deliver specialist technical services across protection, control, and communication systems supporting the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of network and generation assets. You’ll work on a variety of projects, from substation maintenance and upgrades to fibre and SCADA installations, contributing to the performance of one of New Zealand’s most progressive distribution and contracting operations.
You’ll also play a key part in strengthening long-term customer relationships through quality workmanship, safety leadership, and professional service delivery.
Further, you’ll
- Undertake testing, maintenance, and commissioning of HV/LV protection, control, and communications systems
- Perform inspection, servicing, and fault investigation on network and substation assets
- Carry out LV/MV cable terminations and jointing
- Support integration of SCADA, PLC, load control, and fibre-optic communication systems
- Provide technical input on system design, installation, and upgrade work
- Participate in network operations and standby rosters as required
- Ensure all activities meet regulatory, quality, and health & safety standards
- Contribute to effective planning, documentation, and continuous improvement initiatives
What You’ll Bring
- NZ Registered Electrician or equivalent trade qualification
- Working towards or holding a qualification in Electrical / Electronic / Communications Engineering (or equivalent experience)
- 2–5 years’ experience in power distribution, generation, or related electrical work
- Strong technical knowledge of protection, SCADA, PLC, and communication systems
- Understanding of HV/LV network operations, substation equipment, and fault response
- Familiarity with IP-based technology, VHF/UHF radio, and fibre-optic systems
- Proven safety awareness and adherence to industry best practice
- Excellent communication skills and a commitment to collaborative teamwork
- Current NZ Manual Driver’s Licence
To Apply
If you’re a proactive Power Technician looking to apply your technical skills in a progressive and safety-driven environment, we’d love to hear from you.
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