Supervisor - Electricity Distribution

4 days ago


New Plymouth Central, New Zealand DOWNER NZ Full time NZ$80,000 - NZ$120,000 per year

Ko te take ka parekareka e koe ki te mahi ki kōnei | Why you will enjoy working here

  • Free access to Marram health care benefits and discounted holiday homes
  • Internal promotion encouraged, training and development available
  • Work vehicle provided

Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity

Our Energy and Utilities business is seeking an experienced Supervisor to join our Distribution Lines team based in New Plymouth. Reporting to the Area Manager, you will be leading a highly skilled team of line mechanics and other field crew providing services including construction, maintenance, and fault diagnosis/rectification across the Taranaki region.

As a proven leader, highly experienced in the Distribution sector, you will quickly gain the respect of your crews and credibility with our clients. You will have proven ability to monitor performance and motivate your team to deliver within time and budget while maintaining a focus on quality and safety.

Nga pūkenga matua | Important Skills

  • Previous experience in the Electricity Distribution industry with experience leading crews
  • Full NZ Class 1 Driver's License
  • Relevant EWRB Registration and current Practising licence preferred
  • Strong leadership skills with a proven ability to mentor and motivate your team

Ko wai mātou | Our Organisation

Downer's Energy & Utilities business unit is an integrated trans-Tasman team, providing services and solutions that connect communities to essential networks and infrastructure. We design, build, operate and maintain today's critical assets and networks, delivering complete services across the water, electricity, telecommunications, industrial and power generation sectors. Our expertise spans in-house technical smarts, specialist engineering, integrated OEM partners, and dedicated crews of qualified tradespeople.

Downer Group is an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone.

Me pēhea ki te tono | How to apply

Please submit your application online via the advertisement - email applications will not be accepted.



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