Power Generation Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - May 2026

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Generation Manager - Electricity Industry - Rarotonga, Cook Islands

at Red Consulting Group

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This is a Full time job

Auckland

Good Salary + Vehicle + Relocation Assistance

Feel fulfilled by the work you're doing while living in beautiful Rarotonga
As part of senior management team, lead & inspire while meeting operational KPIs
You'll feel appreciated every day. The people you work for & with are great!

Feel fulfilled by the work you're doing while living in beautiful Rarotonga
As part of senior management team, lead & inspire while meeting operational KPIs
You'll feel appreciated every day. The people you work for & with are great!

As Generation Manager at TAU in Rarotonga, lead the operation of the power station + all associated generation assets (diesel and renewables). Wow!

subClassification: Power Generation & DistributionPower Generation & Distribution

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

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Power Technician - Electricity Distribution Industry - Based in Cromwell

at Delta

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This is a Full time job

Invercargill Central, Southland

Great pay, allowances, benefits + relocation

Great pay, allowances, benefits + relocation support to get you settled
Explore Otago through varied regional work
Enjoy a relaxed pace of life in stunning Central Otago

Great pay, allowances, benefits + relocation support to get you settled
Explore Otago through varied regional work
Enjoy a relaxed pace of life in stunning Central Otago

Work with Purpose. Live Exceptionally. Power Technician - Central Otago

subClassification: Power Generation & DistributionPower Generation & Distribution

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

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Listed four hours ago

Generation Manager - Electricity Industry - Rarotonga, Cook Islands

at Red Consulting Group

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Auckland

Good Salary + Vehicle + Relocation Assistance

Feel fulfilled by the work you're doing while living in beautiful Rarotonga
As part of senior management team, lead & inspire while meeting operational KPIs
You'll feel appreciated every day. The people you work for & with are great!

Feel fulfilled by the work you're doing while living in beautiful Rarotonga
As part of senior management team, lead & inspire while meeting operational KPIs
You'll feel appreciated every day. The people you work for & with are great!

As Generation Manager at TAU in Rarotonga, lead the operation of the power station + all associated generation assets (diesel and renewables). Wow!

subClassification: Power Generation & DistributionPower Generation & Distribution

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

4h ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Geothermal Power Plant Operator

at Eastland Generation

This is a Full time job

Kawerau, Bay of Plenty

Join us in building a sustainable future for Aotearoa
Support team and safety-first culture
Competitive salary and excellent staff benefits

Join us in building a sustainable future for Aotearoa
Support team and safety-first culture
Competitive salary and excellent staff benefits

Now is the time to join Eastland Generation, a specialist renewable energy developer in a phase of rapid growth.

subClassification: Power Generation & DistributionPower Generation & Distribution

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

23d ago

Listed six hours ago

Power Technician - Electricity Distribution Industry - Based in Cromwell

at Delta

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This is a Full time job

Westport, West Coast

Great pay, allowances, benefits + relocation

Great pay, allowances, benefits + relocation support to get you settled
Explore Otago through varied regional work
Enjoy a relaxed pace of life in stunning Central Otago

Great pay, allowances, benefits + relocation support to get you settled
Explore Otago through varied regional work
Enjoy a relaxed pace of life in stunning Central Otago

Work with Purpose. Live Exceptionally. Power Technician - Central Otago

subClassification: Power Generation & DistributionPower Generation & Distribution

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

6h ago

Listed six hours ago

Power Technician - Electricity Distribution Industry - Based in Cromwell

at Delta

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This is a Full time job

Cromwell, Otago

Great pay, allowances, benefits + relocation

Great pay, allowances, benefits + relocation support to get you settled
Explore Otago through varied regional work
Enjoy a relaxed pace of life in stunning Central Otago

Great pay, allowances, benefits + relocation support to get you settled
Explore Otago through varied regional work
Enjoy a relaxed pace of life in stunning Central Otago

Work with Purpose. Live Exceptionally. Power Technician - Central Otago

subClassification: Power Generation & DistributionPower Generation & Distribution

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

6h ago

Listed six hours ago

Power Technician - Electricity Distribution Industry - Based in Cromwell

at Delta

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This is a Full time job

Invercargill Central, Southland

Great pay, allowances, benefits + relocation

Great pay, allowances, benefits + relocation support to get you settled
Explore Otago through varied regional work
Enjoy a relaxed pace of life in stunning Central Otago

Great pay, allowances, benefits + relocation support to get you settled
Explore Otago through varied regional work
Enjoy a relaxed pace of life in stunning Central Otago

Work with Purpose. Live Exceptionally. Power Technician - Central Otago

subClassification: Power Generation & DistributionPower Generation & Distribution

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

6h ago

Listed six hours ago

Power Technician - Electricity Distribution Industry - Based in Cromwell

at Delta

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This is a Full time job

Ashburton, Canterbury

Great pay, allowances, benefits + relocation

Great pay, allowances, benefits + relocation support to get you settled
Explore Otago through varied regional work
Enjoy a relaxed pace of life in stunning Central Otago

Great pay, allowances, benefits + relocation support to get you settled
Explore Otago through varied regional work
Enjoy a relaxed pace of life in stunning Central Otago

Work with Purpose. Live Exceptionally. Power Technician - Central Otago

subClassification: Power Generation & DistributionPower Generation & Distribution

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

6h ago

Listed six hours ago

Power Technician - Electricity Distribution Industry - Based in Cromwell

at Delta

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This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Great pay, allowances, benefits + relocation

Great pay, allowances, benefits + relocation support to get you settled
Explore Otago through varied regional work
Enjoy a relaxed pace of life in stunning Central Otago

Great pay, allowances, benefits + relocation support to get you settled
Explore Otago through varied regional work
Enjoy a relaxed pace of life in stunning Central Otago

Work with Purpose. Live Exceptionally. Power Technician - Central Otago

subClassification: Power Generation & DistributionPower Generation & Distribution

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

6h ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Power Systems Protection Technician

at Fraser Engineering Services

This is a Full time job

Howick, Auckland

Drive sales of protection systems for Fraser Engineering Services, building client relationships and delivering tailored safety solutions

subClassification: Power Generation & DistributionPower Generation & Distribution

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

27d ago•Expiring

Listed eight days ago

Business Intern – Network (fixed term)

at Counties Energy Ltd

This is a Full time job

Pukekohe, Auckland

Pukekohe, Auckland based
Great company culture
Intern Opportunity (Fixed Term)

Pukekohe, Auckland based
Great company culture
Intern Opportunity (Fixed Term)

Kick start your career in the energy sector with a hands-on, fixed-term graduate intern opportunity in a project-based role.

subClassification: Power Generation & DistributionPower Generation & Distribution

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

8d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty one days ago

Mechanical Generation Technicians

at Contact Energy

This is a Full time job

Taupo Central, Waikato

Competitive remuneration and benefits package

Geothermal mech maintenance in Taupō, keep the plant running strong
Hands-on overhauls, repairs & inspections on heavy rotating plant
Calibrations, machining & technical repairs—variety every week

Geothermal mech maintenance in Taupō, keep the plant running strong
Hands-on overhauls, repairs & inspections on heavy rotating plant
Calibrations, machining & technical repairs—variety every week

If big kit, clever fixes and keeping a power station reliable is your thing then you’ll love this role!

subClassification: Power Generation & DistributionPower Generation & Distribution

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

21d ago

Listed three hours ago

Operational Performance Lead

at Paragon Recruitment Limited

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This is a Full time job

Dunedin Central, Otago

Step out of reactive operations into a high-impact role
Influence how work gets done across the network
Utilize your hands on, field or engineering operations background

Step out of reactive operations into a high-impact role
Influence how work gets done across the network
Utilize your hands on, field or engineering operations background

Are you passionate about efficiency and continuous improvement?

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

3h ago

Listed ten days ago

Maintainer - Instrumentation

at Mercury

This is a Full time job

Taupo Central, Waikato

mobile + laptop + annual salary reviews

Work across geothermal sites with hydro exposure
Strong training, flexibility and development opportunities
Excellent benefits including additional leave

Work across geothermal sites with hydro exposure
Strong training, flexibility and development opportunities
Excellent benefits including additional leave

Maintain and optimise instrumentation across generation assets, ensuring safe, reliable performance within a flexible, collaborative team.

subClassification: Power Generation & DistributionPower Generation & Distribution

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

10d ago

Listed seven days ago

Project Specialist (technical)

at Hitachi Energy New Zealand

This is a Full time job

New Plymouth Central, Taranaki

You will provide technical expertise across various project phases, contributing to Hitachi's commitment to innovation and operational excellence.

subClassification: Power Generation & DistributionPower Generation & Distribution

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

7d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Network Planning Manager

at Counties Energy Ltd

This is a Full time job

Pukekohe, Auckland

Pukekohe, Auckland based
Great company culture
Health & life insurance + $300 wellbeing subsidy + Me day

Pukekohe, Auckland based
Great company culture
Health & life insurance + $300 wellbeing subsidy + Me day

We’re seeking expressions of interest for a Network Planning Manager or Team Lead.

subClassification: Power Generation & DistributionPower Generation & Distribution

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

14d ago•Expiring

Listed seven days ago

Diesel Generator Technician

at Mansfield Group NZ Ltd

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Critical Infrastructure: Work on high-stakes telco and healthcare power projects
Travel Covered: Explore NZ with all accommodation and meal costs fully paid.
Career Development: Clear pathways from entry level to Lead Technician roles.

Critical Infrastructure: Work on high-stakes telco and healthcare power projects
Travel Covered: Explore NZ with all accommodation and meal costs fully paid.
Career Development: Clear pathways from entry level to Lead Technician roles.

Keep NZ’s critical power running. Install and service diesel generators nationwide with a family-owned team. Full travel costs covered!

subClassification: TechniciansTechnicians

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

7d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Power Technician - Palmerston North

at DOWNER NZ

This is a Full time job

Roslyn, Manawatu

Competitive pay rate

Perfect for technicians who thrive on travel and hands‑on problem solving
Join a reputable team that backs each other on the road and on site
Play a major role keeping NZ's power networks safe, reliable, and future-ready

Perfect for technicians who thrive on travel and hands‑on problem solving
Join a reputable team that backs each other on the road and on site
Play a major role keeping NZ's power networks safe, reliable, and future-ready

Are you ready to take the next step in your electrical career?

subClassification: ElectriciansElectricians

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

17d ago

Listed four hours ago

Cable Jointer - HV Electricity Distribution - Hope based

at Delta

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This is a Full time job

Greymouth Central, West Coast

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

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

subClassification: Power Generation & DistributionPower Generation & Distribution

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

4h ago

Listed four hours ago

Senior Mechanical Engineer - Geothermal

at Contact Energy

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This is a Full time job

Wairakei, Waikato(Hybrid)

Competitive remuneration and benefits package

Lead geothermal engineering that helps decarbonise Aotearoa
Be the SME—own standards, solve complex plant challenges
Mentor top engineers across a world-class geothermal fleet

Lead geothermal engineering that helps decarbonise Aotearoa
Be the SME—own standards, solve complex plant challenges
Mentor top engineers across a world-class geothermal fleet

Senior Mechanical Engineer leading geothermal assets, people and projects that keep plants safe, reliable and future-ready

subClassification: Power Generation & DistributionPower Generation & Distribution

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

4h ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Network Controller

at Orion NZ Ltd

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Be at the centre of keeping the network running smoothly
Make real-time decisions that impact the wider community
Build your skills in a high-trust, fast-paced environment

Be at the centre of keeping the network running smoothly
Make real-time decisions that impact the wider community
Build your skills in a high-trust, fast-paced environment

Your skills combined with our network, a combination that keeps things moving

subClassification: Power Generation & DistributionPower Generation & Distribution

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

21d ago

Listed eight days ago

Fitter / Tradesman

at DalyHR

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

Range of turbine & heavy rotating equipment projects
Flexible locations: Hamilton, Rotorua or Taupō
Strong team culture with career growth opportunities

Range of turbine & heavy rotating equipment projects
Flexible locations: Hamilton, Rotorua or Taupō
Strong team culture with career growth opportunities

Experienced fitter/tradesman? Work on hydro & steam turbines with Progen, flexible locations Hamilton, Rotorua & Taupō.

subClassification: Fitters, Turners & MachinistsFitters, Turners & Machinists

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

8d ago

Listed four hours ago

Cable Jointer - HV Electricity Distribution - Hope based

at Delta

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This is a Full time job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

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

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

subClassification: Power Generation & DistributionPower Generation & Distribution

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

4h ago

Listed two days ago

Project Team Leader (Full or Part Time Opportunity)

at Diesel Agencies

This is a Full time job

Porirua, Wellington

We are seeking an organised, practical, and proactive Project Team Leader to coordinate projects, support teams, and help keep jobs moving efficiently

subClassification: TechniciansTechnicians

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

2d ago

Listed two days ago

Solar Appointment Setter – Warm Leads – Great Pay & Incentives

at EFS Solar

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

$26 – $29 per hour

Joining a team with a track record already proven to work making this an environment you would want to be apart of.

subClassification: Sales Representatives/ConsultantsSales Representatives/Consultants

classification: Sales(Sales)

2d ago

Listed twenty nine days ago

Network Engineer (Substations and reticulation)

at MainPower New Zealand Ltd

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Rangiora based opportunity
Subsidised health insurance and gym membership + Life Insurance
Enjoy awesome perks like a 9-day fortnight option

Rangiora based opportunity
Subsidised health insurance and gym membership + Life Insurance
Enjoy awesome perks like a 9-day fortnight option

Design and deliver critical electricity network projects that power North Canterbury.

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

29d ago•Expiring

Listed four hours ago

Cable Jointer - HV Electricity Distribution - Hope based

at Delta

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Westport, West Coast

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

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

subClassification: Power Generation & DistributionPower Generation & Distribution

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

4h ago

Listed one day ago

Power Systems Modelling & Analytics Engineer

at Powerco

This is a Full time job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty(Hybrid)

Competitive salary plus medical and life insurance

Flexi-time, flexi-locations, flexi-days, we do it all
Fully subsidised medical and life insurance
Great career development and long-term career opportunities.

Flexi-time, flexi-locations, flexi-days, we do it all
Fully subsidised medical and life insurance
Great career development and long-term career opportunities.

Join our Power Systems modelling team to play a pivotal role in developing future ready networks and enabling Distributed System Operator capabilities

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

1d ago

Listed six days ago