Industrial Electrician
We are expanding our team and looking for a skilled Industrial Electrician. This is a great opportunity to work on our ongoing projects and help our business grow. Join us during this exciting time!
At Downer we plan, create and sustain. Downer is the leading provider of integrated services in Australia and New Zealand. Through trusted relationships and world leading insight we work closely with our customers to design, build and sustain assets, infrastructure, and facilities.
**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:
- Progression and development programmes to support personal and professional growth
- Employee assistance programs (EAP) which covers mental health, nutrition, financial, legal, coaching and career transition support
- Fully subsidised membership to Marram Healthcare, helping with health costs for you and your whanau.
- Access to **Perks@Downer,** which offers discounts and savings on various products, including retail items, travel deals, and entertainment options
**Te** **kowhiringa | The Opportunity**
Due to our business growth and success, we have an exciting opportunity for an Electrician to join our team based in beautiful Tauranga. If you have experience in domestic or commercial settings and are looking to expand your skills in industrial environments, we are here to support you.You will gain exposure to control systems, variable speed drives (VSDs), and instrumentation. Our experienced team will assist you in getting up to speed.
**ABOUT THE ROLE**
You will report to the Electrical Leading Hand and handle assigned electrical tasks. As part of a team that includes Electricians, Apprentice Electricians, and other staff, you will perform various electrical repairs and maintenance on the 3 Waters assets, based on contract requirements.This work includes projects, planned tasks, and reactive maintenance.
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.
- Growing the Automation capability and capacity
- Other general duties as directed.
You will be required to travel 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
- Computer Literate (ability to complete time and job sheets, and technical literacy to operate static and mobile telemetry devices)
- Experience in confined space entry and working at heights is highly desirable.
**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.