Team Leader - Power Technician

Ngā Painga o te Mahi ki Downer | Benefits of working with Downer

At Downer, we deliver infrastructure that matters. You’ll join a respected Energy & Utilities team with a strong safety culture and a genuine focus on its people.

We offer:

Earn more for what you know – skill rates, allowances, after ‑ hours and on ‑ call earning potential

Tools of trade to get the job done well

Ongoing training and opportunities to grow your technical capability

A Zero Harm culture where safety comes first

Wellbeing support including free counselling and Marram health benefits

Access to employee networks such as Wāhine Kotahitanga, StandOut and Fetu Pasifika

Discover more of our great benefits here!

Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity

As a Team Leader (Power Technician) , you'll take ownership of a field crew delivering essential work across the electricity network. From planned construction projects to responding when customers need power restored, you'll lead from the front, ensuring every job is completed safely, efficiently and to the highest standard.

You'll have the autonomy to plan work, coordinate resources, and guide your team through complex network activities while working closely with Supervisors, Works Coordinators and operational stakeholders to keep work flowing.

If you're the person others naturally look to for guidance, enjoy mentoring apprentices and technicians, and want a role where your leadership genuinely makes a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Why you'll enjoy this role

Lead your own crew and make an impact every day

Varied work across construction, maintenance and fault response

Strong earning potential through on-call and overtime opportunities

Career pathways into Supervisor, Management and broader leadership roles

Be part of a respected national team delivering critical infrastructure

This is a permanent full-time position, guaranteeing 40 hours per week, with on-call rostering occasional overtime, and regional travel.

Nga pūkenga matua | Important Skills

You're a qualified networks Electrician or Power Technician who takes pride in quality workmanship and knows how to get the best out of a team. You're confident making decisions in the field, thrive in a dynamic environment, and understand that safety and leadership go hand in hand.

You'll bring:

Current EWRB practising licence

Experience across electricity network construction, maintenance and fault response

Previous leadership, mentoring or crew coordination experience

Strong understanding of industry standards and safe work practices

Planning and organisational skills, including job scoping and resource coordination

Full NZ Driver Licence and willingness to participate in an on-call roster

A Level 4 (or higher) NZQCF qualification beneficial

Ko wai mātou | Our Organisation

Downer's Energy & Utilities business is a trans-tasman team delivering the essential services that keep our communities connected. We design, build, operate and maintain critical assets and networks across water, electricity, telecommunications, industrial and power generation sectors.

You want your work to matter, and so do we. With more than 26,000 people across our wider Downer whānau, we’re a diverse team of thinkers, doers, and problem‑solvers. We’re committed to building a team that reflects the communities we work in. We welcome people of all backgrounds, cultures, identities and abilities.

Me pēhea ki te tono | How to apply

We are committed to providing a safe workplace for everyone. Successful applicants will be required to complete a pre-employment medical, drug test and Ministry of Justice check.

Downer is an accredited employer and welcomes applications from suitabily qualified candidates requiring visa support. If you're already in New Zealand or looking to relocate, we'd love to hear from you.