Lead Electrical Engineer Mining, Resources & Energy Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Oct 2026

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Electricity Operations Controller (multiple positions)

This is a Full time job

Newmarket, Auckland

Additional week of annual leave in this role
Competitive salary + free insurances + wellbeing grant + high street discounts
New offices alongside The Domain, subsidised public transport + car parking

We’re creating the control room of the future, upgrading and developing new technology systems that will make this a state-of-the-art environment.

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Senior Overhead Line Designer

at ElectroNet

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This is a Full time job

Cromwell, Otago

$100,000 - $130,000 | 40 guaranteed hours per week

Enjoy the Central Otago lifestyle
Work on complex distribution and sub-transmission projects
Senior technical role with relocation assistance available.

Design critical electricity infrastructure & enjoy the Central Otago lifestyle. Lead network designs, mentor designers & work with construction teams.

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Listed eleven hours ago

Electricity Operations Controller (multiple positions)

at Vector

This is a Full time job

Newmarket, Auckland

Additional week of annual leave in this role
Competitive salary + free insurances + wellbeing grant + high street discounts
New offices alongside The Domain, subsidised public transport + car parking

We’re creating the control room of the future, upgrading and developing new technology systems that will make this a state-of-the-art environment.

11h ago

Listed one day ago

Project Manager - Dunedin based - Electricity Distribution Industry

at Delta

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Safety-first delivery with commercial impact
Lead critical electrical projects in Dunedin
Strong client focus with real project ownership

Deliver high-impact electrical projects—safely, commercially, and with confidence—right here in Dunedin!

1d 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 seven days ago

Connections Relationship Lead

at Orion NZ Ltd

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Combine relationship management, commercial thinking and technical curiosity
Turn complex conversations into clear, practical solutions for customers
Step into a role with autonomy, variety and the chance to shape something new

Be the voice of Orion building relationships today that help shape how they grow tomorrow

7d ago

Listed two days ago

Project Coordinator

at Omexom New Zealand

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
Company provided Life Insurance

We are currently seeking to employ a Project Coordinator to coordinate the work schedules, key operations and processes for the contract team.

2d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Associate Director - Renewable Energy (Solar)

at AECOM New Zealand Ltd

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Hybrid)

Technical lead across solar generation projects in NZ
Lead the design approach, backed by global & local subject matter leaders
Scope to collaborate across NZ, Australia and throughout AECOM's Renewable teams

Newly created Director level role, leading technical delivery across grid scale solar projects

23d ago

Listed three days ago

Senior Overhead Line Designer

at ElectroNet

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Cromwell, Otago

$100,000 - $130,000 | 40 guaranteed hours per week

Enjoy the Central Otago lifestyle
Work on complex distribution and sub-transmission projects
Senior technical role with relocation assistance available.

Design critical electricity infrastructure & enjoy the Central Otago lifestyle. Lead network designs, mentor designers & work with construction teams.

3d ago

Listed one day ago

Project Manager - Dunedin based - Electricity Distribution Industry

at Delta

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This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Safety-first delivery with commercial impact
Lead critical electrical projects in Dunedin
Strong client focus with real project ownership

Deliver high-impact electrical projects—safely, commercially, and with confidence—right here in Dunedin!

1d ago

Listed one day ago

Network Controller

at Northpower Ltd

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This is a Full time job

Whangarei Central, Northland

Competitive pay, plus flexible leave and boosted KiwiSaver
Fuel and retail discounts
Ongoing learning, development and career progression

You'll be involved in outage planning, emergency response, network control activities, and continuous improvement initiatives to keep our network safe

1d ago

Listed seven hours ago

Experienced Protection & Automation Project Engineers

at Transpower

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This is a Full time job

Otahuhu, Auckland(Hybrid)

Base Salary + Kiwi Saver + Benefits

Build HV protection and automation expertise on critical grid projects
Work across scoping, design review, technical risk and commissioning
Strengthen your capability in a collaborative, future-focused engineering team

Bring your expertise to challenging, high-impact projects that keep New Zealand’s national electricity grid secure, reliable and ready for the future.

7h ago

Listed one day ago

Project Manager - Dunedin based - Electricity Distribution Industry

at Delta

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This is a Full time job

Dunedin Central, Otago

Competitive Wage + Benefits + Commute Use Vehicle

Safety-first delivery with commercial impact
Lead critical electrical projects in Dunedin
Strong client focus with real project ownership

Deliver high-impact electrical projects—safely, commercially, and with confidence—right here in Dunedin!

1d ago

Listed one day ago

Distribution Network Controller

at WEL Networks

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This is a Full time job

Hamilton North, Waikato

Help keep the Waikato's electricity network safe, reliable and resilient
Make real-time decisions using advanced network technology
Build your electricity career with great benefits and development

Ready for a career where every decision matters? Help operate WEL's electricity network safely and reliably while advancing your skills.

1d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

Electrical Distribution Line Mechanic

at Power Jointing (2018) Limited

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 ten days ago

High Voltage Electrician

at Pringle Beleski & Associates Limited

This is a Full time job

Hastings Central, Hawkes Bay

Work on diverse HV projects with a team of industry experts.
Join a leading HV business known for technical excellence.
Great pay + 4% KiwiSaver + Southern Cross + Birthday and service leave

Apply your HV skills to critical projects across NZ. Join a trusted team and grow your career with great benefits.

10d ago

Listed one day ago

Senior Transmission Line Engineer

at Phillip Riley

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This is a Full time job

Auckland(Hybrid)

$150-200k PA + benefits and relocation / VISA

Relocate to Christchurch for specialist overhead lines work and a 40hr week
NZD 150k to 200k plus benefits, engineer profit share and a relocation package
Lead PLS-based line, structure and foundation work across NZ and intl projects

Relocate to Christchurch for specialist transmission line work. NZD 150k to 200k plus profit share and relocation support.

1d ago

Listed eight days ago

Electrical Fitter

at Northpower Ltd

This is a Full time job

East Tamaki, Auckland

Fair and market competitive pay
Life insurance and preventative health initiatives
Discounted fuel rates

Constructing, installing, wiring, testing, and maintaining electrical equipment in line with customer, regulatory, and industry requirements.

8d ago

Listed seven days ago

Power Systems Technician

at ElectroNet

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Your next power move
Work on wind farms, solar farms, battery storage systems and HV substations
Competitive remuneration, away work allowances, and clear career progression

Test, commission and maintain critical energy infrastructure on projects across New Zealand.

7d ago

Listed four days ago

Power Technician

at Northpower Ltd

This is a Full time job

East Tamaki, Auckland

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 sixteen days ago

Operations Authority

at Contact Energy

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Shape operational standards across generation operations.
Provide independent oversight of critical operational risks.
Influence decisions across sites, leadership, and governance.

Newly created role for an operational leader ready to provide independent oversight, assurance, and guidance across Contact's generation operations.

16d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Asset Engineer

at Paragon Recruitment Limited

This is a Full time job

Upper Hutt, Wellington

Our Asset Engineers don’t just deliver work, they own asset performance, manage lifecycle risk, and make the calls that shape how the network evolves.

15d ago

Listed seven days ago

Power Systems Technician

at ElectroNet

This is a Full time job

Nelson Central, Tasman

Your next power move
Work on wind farms, solar farms, battery storage systems and HV substations
Competitive remuneration, away work allowances, and clear career progression

Test, commission and maintain critical energy infrastructure on projects across New Zealand.

7d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Connections Engineer

at Orion NZ Ltd

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Where strong engineering meets customer, problem-solving and real-world outcomes
Play a key role in enabling new demand and generation across the network
Turn complex network challenges into practical connection solutions

Help shape how Canterbury's biggest new connections come to life as our region electrifies

16d ago

Listed seven days ago