Industrial Electrician
With ongoing business growth and success, the Downer Taupo team have a great opportunity for an Industrial Electrician to join our team.
Downer's Energy & Utilities business unit is an integrated trans-Tasman team, providing services and solutions that connect communities to essential networks and infrastructure.We design, build, operate and maintain today's critical assets and networks, delivering complete services across the water, electricity, telecommunications, industrial and power generation sectors.
Our expertise spans in-house technical smarts, specialist engineering, integrated OEM partners, and dedicated crews of qualified tradespeople.
**Ko te take ka parekareka e koe ki te mahi ki konei | Why you will enjoy working here**
Downer is committed to delivering excellence by ensuring our people have the environment and the means to be successful. We offer:
- Free access to Marram health care benefits and discounted holiday homes
- Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) which cover mental health, nutrition, financial, legal, coaching and caree transition support.
- Internal promotion encouraged, training and development on offer
- Access to **Perks@Downer,** which offers discounts and savings on various products, including retail items, travel deals, and entertainment options
**Te** **kowhiringa | The Opportunity**
We have an exciting opportunity for an Industrial Electrician to join our tight-knit team in Taupo. If you have experience in domestic or commercial electrical work and are looking to gain valuable industrial experience, we are here to support you.You will have guaranteed exposure to control systems, variable speed drives (VSDs), and instrumentation, with experienced team members available to help you get up to speed.
**ABOUT THE ROLE**
Reporting to the Electrical Supervisor, you will be responsible for undertaking Electrical activities as prescribed to you.
You will be part of a team of Electricians, Apprentice Electricians (and other general duties staff) to undertake a wide variety of Electrical work per contract requirements - Including Project, Planned and Reactive work.
You'll be responsible for:
- Carrying out associated tasks as required on Industrial Electrical, PLC and SCADA assets as determined by your EICA Team Lead and clients.
- Carrying out maintenance and repairs, and new & existing Automation and Electrical installations to be completed promptly and efficiently.
- Other general duties as directed.
You will be required to travel within the Taupo district as needed and will be provided with a tool of trade.
**Nga pukenga matua | Important Skills**- Qualified & Registered Electrician, EWRB practising licence.
- Automation Experience and knowledge of Industrial PLCs, SCADA and Instrumentation is an advantage
- Driver's Licence - Class 1 minimum. Class 2 & F is an advantage
- Computer Literate (ability to complete time and job sheets, and technical literacy to operate static and mobile telemetry devices)
- Ability to plan jobs, organise your teams, and operate and maintain equipment without supervision.
**Ko wai matou | Our Organisation**
Downer Group is an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone.
Want to know more about what it is like to work at Downer? Then head to our People Site here!
**Me pehea ki te tono | How to apply**
If this sounds like an opportunity for you, click Apply Now to submit your application!
We are committed to a safe working environment for everyone - all successful applicants will be required to undertake a pre-employment drug test, medical and a Ministry of Justice check before starting employment. If you need support with this requirement, please talk to our team.