151 underground power development jobs in New Zealand

$30 - $50 Depending on Experience

Maximise your earning potential with competitive pay rates
Start immediately and grow with long-term project opportunities
Work alongside leading contractors on high-profile commercial builds

Install, wire, and power Auckland's biggest projects while advancing your electrical career.

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Utility Worker

This is a Full time job

at OceanaGold (New Zealand) Ltd

Full Class 1 & 2 driver licences (required)
Perform general utility and labouring duties
Maintain a strong focus on health, safety and quality

You'll work carrying out site preparation, laboring, and installation work while ensuring all safety, quality, and environmental standards are met.

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Listed twenty one days ago

Trainee Underground Mine Operator

This is a Full time job

Waihi, Waikato

Competitive hourly rate & benefits

Competitive package including Healthcare, Life Insurance + Free Gym Membership
7 on 7 off lifestyle roster - work only half the year!
Grow your career with an international gold mining business!

Experience an unbeatable lifestyle of a residential mining location, a short distance away from the most incredible beaches and awe-inspiring scenery.

21d ago

Listed four days ago

Electricians / Electrical Trade Assistant

at WORK - The Recruitment Co.

This is a Full time job

$30 - $50 Depending on Experience

Maximise your earning potential with competitive pay rates
Start immediately and grow with long-term project opportunities
Work alongside leading contractors on high-profile commercial builds

Install, wire, and power Auckland's biggest projects while advancing your electrical career.

4d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

Utility Worker

This is a Full time job

at Speno Rail Maintenance New Zealand

Full Class 1 & 2 driver licences (required)
Perform general utility and labouring duties
Maintain a strong focus on health, safety and quality

You'll work carrying out site preparation, laboring, and installation work while ensuring all safety, quality, and environmental standards are met.

22d ago

Listed four days ago

Production Technician - Hydro

at Mercury

This is a Full time job

Mangakino, Waikato

Monday to Friday, 7:30am-4pm - great work/life balance
Grow your skills in plant operations, maintenance & safe work controls
Excellent benefits including additional leave

Keep Waikato’s hydro stations running safely and reliably in a hands-on role at Maraetai, with opportunities to build your technical expertise.

4d ago

Listed four days ago

Qualified Electrician - Trainee Operator/Maintainer | FIFO/DIDO | 9/5

This is a Full time job

at Power Jointing (2018) Limited

Full training provided – build a career in rail grinding technology
Hands-on trade meets advanced machinery — operate NZ's rail grinding fleet
Career progression through structured operator/maintainer levels

Electrician ready for a change? Take your skills to rail - full training provided to maintain and operate grinding machines across NZ.

4d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

Electrical Distribution Line Mechanic

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$32 – $39.50 per hour

Great Company Culture | Social Gatherings | Strong Team Environment
Training and Development for Growth in your Career!
Tiriti-Led Business that has genuine care for its staff!

Electrical Distribution Line Mechanic's required

22d ago

Listed twenty five days ago

Flushing Drainage Operator

at All Drains Ltd

This is a Full time job

Penrose, Auckland

$28 – $30 per hour

Learn from an experienced, highly skilled team
NZ family-owned business
Growth opportunities

Flushing Operator (Drainage) needed. Run hydro flushing equipment, record accurate job notes. Positive attitude, strong work ethic. License required.

25d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty two days ago

Trainee Electrical Fitter

Whangarei Central, Northland

This is a Full time job

Competitive pay, plus flexible leave
Life insurance, discounted medical cover
The opportunity to work on essential infrastructure projects

Working with experienced professionals, you'll receive hands-on training, contributing to the delivery of safe, high-quality work across our network.

22d ago

Listed three days ago

Machine Operator/Skilled Labourer

at Clarke Underground LTD

This is a Full time job

Palmerston North Central, Manawatu

$25 – $38 per hour

Join Clarke Underground LTD for utility works installation roles in civil and utility construction.

3d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Design Estimator

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty

This is a Full time job

Competitive salary + vehicle + company perks
Passionate about working in the energy sector
Values driven, inclusive and supportive culture

Join our growing Design and Estimation team and play a key role in delivering projects that power communities.

16d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Line Mechanic - South Australia

at SA Power Networks

This is a Full time job

$101,494 + allowances and overtime

Supportive relocation package on offer (over $10k)
Up to $900 annual electricity bill reimbursements
Work a 9-day fortnight

SA Power Networks is inviting experienced New Zealand Line Mechanics to relocate to South Australia and grow their Powerline career.

16d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Civil Construction Opportunities – Multiple Roles

at ASCON Skilled Personnel

This is a Contract/Temp job

at OceanaGold (New Zealand) Ltd

Multiple upcoming civil and infrastructure projects
Opportunities across Auckland and Northland
Roles across roading, rail, piling and tunnelling

Upcoming civil construction roles across Auckland and Northland in roading, rail, piling, tunnelling, plant operation and labouring.

17d ago

Listed twenty four days ago

Trainee Line Mechanic

at Network Waitaki Ltd

This is a Full time job

Oamaru, Otago

Health Insurance

Work outdoors and learn from an experienced field team
Turn practical skills into a qualified trade career
Earn while you work towards a nationally recognised trade qualification

Earn while you learn and build a skilled career working on the electricity network with training, support and hands-on experience.

24d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty two days ago

Underground Mining Engineer

This is a Full time job

Waihi, Waikato

Competitive package including relocation

8/6 days only roster, allowing you time to explore the stunning location.
Grow your career with an expanding mid-tier gold producer.
Competitive remuneration package including relocation assistance.

An exciting opportunity for an experienced Underground Mining Engineer to live an work in a stunning residential location in Waihi, NZ,

22d ago

Listed twenty four days ago

Graduate Engineering Program 2027 - NZ

at Downer EDI Limited

This is a Full time job

at OceanaGold (New Zealand) Ltd

Exposure to major infrastructure and utilities projects across NZ
Mentoring and support from experienced industry professionals
Ongoing learning and development opportunities

Start your engineering journey with a leading infrastructure providers and grow through real project experience.

24d ago•Expiring

Listed two days ago

Geotechnical Engineer

This is a Full time job

Macraes Flat, Otago

Competitive Salary +Incentives

Grow your career with an international gold mining company.
Competitive salary, incentives and benefits package.
Enjoy the lifestyle of an 8/6 roster, days only.

An exciting opportunity to join the Macraes Underground geotechnical engineering team, situated in the stunning region of Otago.

2d ago

Listed twenty four days ago

Site Manager/Project Manager

at Andritz Hydro GmbH

This is a Full time job

Taupo Central, Waikato

Real variety and challenge
Be part of the action based at Hydro Power stations
Lead a great team

We are looking for an exceptional Project Manager to lead a major Hydro Generator refurbishment project at Maraetai 2 Power Station near Taupo

24d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty nine days ago

PROJECT MANAGER

at NES Central Ltd

This is a Full time job

Cromwell, Otago

$110,000 – $140,000 per year

Competitive remuneration package
Professional development and ongoing training opportunities
Work-life balance

Help lead and grow the operation within an established and respected local company! Look no further...project manager role in Sunny Central!

29d ago•Expiring

Listed sixteen days ago

Protection Technician

at Independent Line Services Ltd

This is a Full time job

Harewood, Canterbury

$55 – $65 per hour

Opportunities for advancement
Great company and culture
Great opportunity to work on a variety of projects

This is an exciting opportunity to work on a variety of projects while developing your technical skills alongside experienced professionals.

16d ago

Listed one day ago

Electrician and/or Line Mechanic Distribution

at Safe Power Services Limited

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$75,000 – $85,000 per year

Provide in-field electrical services and project management for network connections and installations.

1d ago

Listed three days ago

Trainee Line Mechanic

at Unison Contracting Services Limited

This is a Full time job

Taupo Central, Waikato

Supportive team environment

Great career with a stable company

3d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

Cable Jointer

This is a Full time job

NZ Electrical Registration (EWRB)
Competitive pay with a tool of trade vehicle
Ongoing learning, development and career progression

You'll be part of a skilled and supportive team delivering work across a variety of sites, helping keep communities and businesses connected.

22d ago

Listed four days ago

Power Technician

This is a Full time job

at Roblawmax Recruitment Australia

Competitive pay, plus tool of trade vehicle
Flexible leave and boosted KiwiSaver options
Life insurance, discounted medical cover

You'll play a key role in the safe, efficient, and high-quality delivery of substation construction, maintenance, and upgrade projects.

4d ago

Listed one day ago

Cable Jointer - HV Electricity Distribution - Hope based

at Delta

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Hope, Tasman

Competitive Wage + OT + Allowances + Benefits +++

Great work culture and 100% commitment to SAFETY
Values-based progressive and reputable South Island organisation
Join a supportive, skilled team

Power your career while enjoying the Nelson-Tasman lifestyle

1d ago

Listed twenty five days ago

Electrician- Industrial Career Opportunity Taupo

at Entec Services

This is a Full time job

Taupo Central, Waikato

Inclusive and supportive team
Modern fleet of vehicles and Plant
Acheive work/life balance in the Central North Island region

Exciting opportunity for experienced Electricians to utilise their skills to step into an Industrial career path.

25d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty three days ago

Production Engineer - Underground Mining

This is a Full time job

Waihi, Waikato

Healthy AUD salary, relocation assistance, etc (AUD)

Specialist narrow-vein underground mining operation
8/6 residential roster | Central Victoria
Hands-on drill & blast design

Hands-on underground Production Engineer role, residential role on a 8:6 roster, no nights, great location

Recruited byAdam Gibson

23d ago•Expiring

Listed one day ago

Cable Jointer

at Omexom New Zealand

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Silverdale, Auckland

Company provided health insurance for employees and dependents
6% Kiwisaver employer contribution and 9% after 10 years of service
Standby/call-out allowance

We are currently seeking to employ a Cable Jointer to install, maintain and repair LV and HV underground cable networks.

1d ago

Listed twenty five days ago

Graduate Electrical Engineer

at HV Power

This is a Full time job

Mangere, Auckland

Join our two-year Graduate Programme in HV Power, learning across Technology, Switchgear and business operations.

25d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty nine days ago

Electrical Distribution Cable Jointer

at Power Jointing (2018) Limited

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$34 – $39.50 per hour

Great company culture
Training and Development for Growth in your Career!
Tiriti-Led Business that has genuine care for its staff!

PJL is seeking an experienced Electrical Distribution Cable Jointer to join our growing team.

29d ago•Expiring

Listed sixteen days ago

Line Mechanic - South Australia

at SA Power Networks

This is a Full time job