Faultperson

About the Role

Northpower is seeking a capable, safety-minded Faultperson who performs well in a busy setting and is motivated by helping restore electricity for local communities. The position is essential to maintaining a network that remains safe, dependable, and operating efficiently, including during scheduled work, unexpected outages, and urgent incidents.

Key Responsibilities

You will undertake approved switching, testing, and earthing of network assets during both planned and unplanned events, with a strong focus on safe and dependable network operation. When faults occur, you will diagnose issues, secure hazards, and restore supply as quickly and safely as possible. This includes providing emergency assistance such as isolating electrical hazards at accident scenes and managing risks effectively.

The role also requires you to ensure work is delivered to operational, regulatory, and customer standards, and wherever possible, exceeds them. You will contribute to performance outcomes and service targets, while using sound judgement to work through complex problems under pressure and apply practical solutions.

In addition, you will help guide and support other team members through day-to-day supervision and hands-on assistance. This includes allocating work according to individual skills and competency, managing workloads, and supporting the growth of others. By encouraging collaboration and open communication, you will help build a positive, high-performing team environment and demonstrate behaviours aligned with Northpower’s values.

What Northpower Offers

This is an opportunity to do meaningful work in a stable, future-focused industry while contributing to communities across Aotearoa. Northpower provides a workplace that values people, supports development, and recognises the importance of wellbeing.

• A people-first culture centred on safety, inclusion, and care, with support through EAP and the award-winning Kaitiaki peer support network
• Competitive pay and a tool-of-trade vehicle, with options to tailor benefits through extra leave and higher employer KiwiSaver contributions
• Life insurance and preventive health support, including annual flu vaccinations and MoleMap checks
• Discounted group medical insurance, plus health and fitness benefits such as Fitness Passport
• Discounted fuel and retail savings across brands such as Boost, PB Tech, and Specsavers
• Ongoing learning and development with clear pathways to build expertise and advance your career
• A family-friendly environment where people are encouraged to be authentic and feel appreciated

Experience and Skills Required

You should hold a recognised electrical qualification from New Zealand or overseas and have a current, valid driver’s licence. Proven experience as an electrician, cable jointer, or line mechanic is required, and prior standby and switching experience is highly desirable.

Equally important is a strong commitment to customer service and a demonstrated focus on working safely, backed by an excellent safety record and a responsible, proactive approach.

About Northpower

Northpower is among New Zealand’s largest multi-utility contractors, supporting customers across transmission, distribution, generation, fibre, and commercial services. The organisation is known for quality and innovation, delivering practical solutions for electrical and telecommunications design, construction, and maintenance. More than 1,400 employees work across 16 locations to help keep power and lights on for customers.

Application Information

If this opportunity aligns with your career goals, Northpower welcomes expressions of interest from suitable candidates throughout the advertising period. Reference number: REQ2019.