Industrial Electrician

Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity
Downer is seeking a skilled and motivated Industrial Electrician to join our EICA (Electrical, Instrumentation, Control & Automation) team based in Dunedin. This is an exciting opportunity to work across a diverse range of industrial electrical and automation projects, supporting critical infrastructure and delivering high-quality outcomes.

In this hands-on role, you'll undertake planned and reactive maintenance, repairs, upgrades, and installations across industrial electrical, PLC, SCADA, instrumentation, and automation systems. You'll work both independently and as part of a team, contributing to the growth of our automation capability while delivering exceptional service and technical expertise.

Key responsibilities include:

• Carrying out maintenance, repairs, and installation of industrial electrical and automation assets.
• Working on PLC, SCADA, instrumentation, and control systems.
• Supporting planned and reactive electrical works to meet client and contract requirements.
• Identifying and resolving electrical faults while proactively seeking opportunities for improvement.
• Ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.
• Preparing and maintaining accurate records, reports, testing documentation, and as-built drawings.
• Building strong relationships with clients and identifying opportunities for additional works.
• Mentoring apprentices and supporting their development and training.
• Travelling as required to support project and maintenance activities.
• Participating in after-hours support and on-call activities when required.

This role is ideal for an electrician who enjoys problem-solving and delivering practical solutions across a variety of industrial environments.

Ngā pūkenga matua | What We're Looking For
We're looking for an industrial electrician who takes pride in quality workmanship and enjoys working in a collaborative team environment.

You'll bring:

• A New Zealand Registered Electrician qualification with a current EWRB Practising Licence.
• Experience working within industrial electrical environments.
• Knowledge of PLCs, SCADA systems, instrumentation, and automation systems (highly desirable).
• Strong fault-finding, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to plan, organise, and complete work with minimal supervision.
• Experience working directly with clients and maintaining positive relationships.
• Strong computer literacy and the ability to complete digital job records and reporting.
• A proactive approach to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Leadership capability, including the ability to mentor apprentices and support team development.
• A full New Zealand Class 1 Driver Licence.
• A willingness to learn new technologies and contribute to the growth of our automation capability.

Ngā Painga o te Mahi ki Downer | What We Offer
At Downer, our people are the key to our success. In return for your skills and commitment, we offer:

Career Development: Ongoing training, technical development, and opportunities to expand your automation and industrial electrical expertise.

Stability: Secure long-term employment with a leading trans-Tasman infrastructure business.

Wellbeing: A strong Zero Harm culture, free confidential counselling, Marram healthcare benefits, and holiday home access.

Rewards: Competitive remuneration, overtime opportunities, and recognition for high performance.

Community: Access to employee-led networks including StandOut, Fetu Pasifika, EmpowerHER and Wāhine Kotahitanga.

Perks: Discounts through Perks@Downer across retail, travel, health, and lifestyle providers.

Variety: Work across a diverse range of industrial and automation projects supporting essential community infrastructure.

Ko wai mātou | About Energy & Utilities
Downer's Energy & Utilities business is an integrated trans-Tasman team delivering services that connect communities to essential networks and infrastructure. 

We design, build, operate, and maintain critical assets across water, electricity, telecommunications, industrial, and power generation sectors. Working across some of New Zealand's most important infrastructure networks, our people help deliver the services communities rely on every day.

We are an inclusive employer that values diversity and welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and cultures.

Me pēhea ki te tono | How to Apply
If this sounds like the opportunity for you, click APPLY to submit your application online.

Successful applicants will be required to complete a pre-employment drug and alcohol screen, medical assessment, and Ministry of Justice check.