Electrician

At Ventia, we help keep communities running by delivering essential infrastructure services across Aotearoa. We’re looking for an Electrical Technician to join our Far North water and wastewater network team, supporting critical operations across a wide regional footprint.

This is a fantastic opportunity whether you’re newly qualified or building your experience, with strong support from an experienced team and exposure to automation systems like PLC and SCADA.

About the Role

This is a field-based, mobile role covering sites from Opononi to Russell and up to Kaitaia, based out of Kaikohe.

You’ll be responsible for maintaining the electrical systems that keep water and wastewater services running safely and efficiently.

What you’ll be doing:

Carrying out planned and preventative maintenance across treatment plants, pump stations, and network assets

Responding to reactive breakdowns and call-outs (shared roster – approx. 1 week per month)

Supporting minor project and upgrade work

Troubleshooting electrical systems including PLCs and SCADA

Maintaining compliance with safety, environmental, and operational requirements

Working both independently in the field and collaboratively with the wider team

What You’ll Bring

We’re open to newly qualified electricians as well as those with more experience.

Essential:

EWRB Electrical Registration

Full NZ Driver’s Licence

Strong commitment to safety and quality workmanship

Experience We Value:

Exposure to industrial or infrastructure environments (water experience not essential)

Familiarity with PLCs, SCADA, pumps, motors, or control systems

Confidence in fault-finding and problem-solving

Ability to work independently and manage your own workload

About You

You’re someone who

Is a self-starter who can work autonomously in the field

Enjoys a mix of hands-on technical work and problem-solving

Communicates well and works effectively in a team

Is flexible and willing to support an on-call roster

Takes pride in supporting essential community services

What’s in It for You?

Flexible start and finish times to suit work-life balance

Company vehicle, tools, PPE, and uniform provided

Structured on-call roster (1 week in 4)

Work across a diverse and scenic Far North region

Join a tight-knit team with a strong, supportive culture

Opportunities to build skills in automation, SCADA, and infrastructure systems

About the Team

You’ll join a close-knit team of 6 technicians, working across the Far North network. The team offers a great balance of collaboration and independence, with strong local knowledge and support.

Additional Information

Work involves outdoor environments, travel between sites, and occasional after-hours response

PPE, tools, and safety training are fully provided

* You’ll play a critical role in maintaining essential services and compliance for the region

Apply now! If you’re an electrician looking for a varied, hands-on role with real community impact, apply now and join Ventia in delivering vital water and wastewater services across the Far North.

About Ventia

As a leading services provider, we maintain, operate, and manage the essential infrastructure that makes modern life possible across Australia and New Zealand. With more than 35,000 employees and subcontractors across 400 sites, joining Ventia means becoming part of a team that values its people, supports career growth, and helps everyone go further towards their full potential.

Our commitment to Fairness, Inclusion and Respect shapes how we lead, collaborate, hire and support one another. We welcome applications from people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds, including Māori and Pasifika peoples and people of all genders, identities, sexual orientations, beliefs and caring responsibilities. We are dedicated to providing an accessible recruitment process and encourage you to request adjustments at any stage.

How to apply

Click the Apply Now button to start the journey to find your further with Ventia.

Position Reference Number: 167488