[ref. k06688717] Lead Industrial Electrician - Napier
Salary: $95,000 - $120,000/year based on experience + ESOP + Southern Cross Health
Lead the build of world-first tech shaping the future of energy
We’re Kwetta. A fast-growing team building smarter EV charging solutions that unlock the true potential of high-voltage power grids. As we scale, we’re looking for people who bring real purpose, real grit, and a desire to build things that matter.
This is your chance to lead from the front, get hands-on, and help shape the future of electrification.
The Role
This is a hands-on leadership role. From leading morning stand-ups to wiring a Prime (HV Power Unit), you’ll be right there on the floor with your team.
You’ll guide the assembly of our core product from start to finish, making sure every unit is built safely, efficiently, and to a world-class standard. You’ll spot issues early, jump in to fix them, and work closely with R&D and Supply Chain to keep things moving.
This role isn’t set in stone. You’ll help shape how we scale and improve production. You’ll bring a sharp eye, a steady hand, and the initiative to make things better every day.
What We’re Looking For
You’re a team-first, sleeves-rolled-up kind of person who takes pride in building things right. You’re steady under pressure, adaptable when things shift, and focused on getting the job done safely and well.
You’re a qualified electrician with at least 5 years of experience, ideally in an electrical manufacturing environment. You’ve spent time leading teams and know how to keep people focused, supported, and moving in the same direction. You bring strong hands-on skills in mechanical and electrical assembly, along with a solid understanding of health and safety in a production setting.
You know your way around quality control processes and functional testing. You collaborate well across functions, especially with R&D and Supply Chain. You bring a continuous improvement mindset and take the lead to fix issues before they escalate.
Change doesn’t throw you. In fact, you expect it. You understand that in a mission-driven company like ours, things evolve fast because we’re solving big problems and moving quickly to make a difference.
You’re open to feedback, always looking for better ways to work, and ready to speak up when something needs to shift. You care about quality, momentum, and helping others do their best work too.
What You Get- Real ownership of your space and the trust to lead from the floor
- Work with purpose, building tech that makes a global impact
- Space to grow your skills and shape how we scale
- Southern Cross Wellbeing One health insurance for you and your family
- ESOP, because you deserve to share in what you’re helping build
- A collaborative, no-ego team that backs each other and gets things done
- Relocation support if you’re moving to Hawke’s Bay
- A flexible, family-friendly culture where wellbeing is valued
- Move down from Auckland and swap traffic for short commutes, nature, and a big-city role in a small-city location
“It’s not just a job – it’s aligned with my values.”– Mathew, Production Team Member
Mathew joined Kwetta to be part of something that matters – building hardware that helps electrify transport and make smarter use of the power grid.
Curious?
Call us or pop in for a look around:- +64 6 833 5510
- 7b Sheffield Place, Onekawa, Napier
If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear your story.
Apply now via Seek: https://www.seek.co.nz/job/86308238?ref=direct-share-hirer-jobs-list
For more about Kwetta and our mission, visit:- www.kwetta.com
- careers@kwetta.com
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While we can welcome overseas applicants for some roles, this position requires you to already hold valid New Zealand work rights.