Team Leader (Electrical Fitter)

The opportunity

We have an opportunity for an experienced Team Leader (Electrical Fitter) to join Downer’s Network Services team based in Matamata.

In this role, you’ll lead a team delivering high-quality workmanship across the construction, maintenance and fault diagnosis/rectification of network equipment and installations. You’ll ensure all work is carried out in line with company standards, industry regulations and Zero Harm expectations.

You’ll be responsible for planning and managing daily work activities — scoping jobs, breaking work into achievable steps, estimating time and resources, and scheduling tasks to meet programme, quality and budget requirements. Working closely with Works Coordinators, Supervisors and Project Managers, you’ll provide regular updates on job progress and proactively manage any challenges or changes.

About you

You’re an experienced Electrical Fitter who enjoys leading people, takes pride in quality workmanship, and is committed to creating a safe, positive and productive work environment. You’re organised, calm under pressure, and comfortable balancing hands-on work with leadership and planning responsibilities.

You will bring:

• Relevant EWRB registration with a current practising licence
• NZQA Level 4 qualification (or equivalent)
• Current Class 1 driver’s licence
• Sound knowledge of SMEI and safe practices for low voltage electrical work
• Proven experience in electricity network construction, maintenance and fault response
• Strong job planning and coordination skills, including estimating time and resource requirements
• Clear verbal and written communication skills (including SWMS and JSEA documentation)

Desirable

• Previous experience leading or supervising field teams
• Heavy trade licence

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 across the electricity, water, telecommunications, industrial and power generation sectors.

Our people are at the heart of what we do. Downer is an inclusive employer that values diversity and welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and cultures.

How to apply

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