Electrical Fitter / HV Switcher

About the company

NewPower Energy Limited (NewPower) is a wholly owned subsidiary of WEL Networks.

We’re proud to be at the forefront of Aotearoa’s move to 100% renewable energy and we know our success lies in the strength of our people and partnerships.

First to market with local renewable energy solutions, NewPower Energy is delivering, operating and maintaining innovative commercial and utility-scale solar projects across solar PV and battery energy storage systems (BESS).

As a company we are passionate about people and the environment, and this passion is not only evident in the work we do but how we run our business. We are dedicated to improving our sustainability and social impact and ensuring this workplace supports peoples’ wellbeing. We prioritise diversity and inclusivity in our recruitment process and offer a supportive environment to work in, along with a range of great employee benefits.

Your tasks

• Work with modern solar and battery energy storage assets

• Join a collaborative team with a strong safety culture
• Enjoy varied field-based work across maintenance, HV switching and fault response

About the Role This is a hands-on role maintaining, testing and repairing solar and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) assets. You’ll work with high-voltage equipment, investigate faults and help keep critical renewable energy infrastructure operating safely and reliably.

• Complete preventative and corrective maintenance on solar and BESS assets
• Undertake authorised HV and LV switching in line with approved plans and procedures

• Diagnose and repair faults across electrical plant and associated systems
• Inspect, test and record asset condition using diagnostic equipment and digital tools

• Work with inverters, transformer switching stations, ring main units, combiner boxes, tracker controls, PV modules and SCADA systems
• Participate in the 24-hour callout roster and work closely with control centres, contractors and suppliers

Requirements

You’ll bring practical electrical experience, a strong safety focus and the confidence to work across varied field environments. To succeed in this role, you’ll have:

• New Zealand electrical registration and a current practising licence
• Current HV switching and operating competency, supported by practical experience

• Experience in an industrial, commercial or electrical infrastructure environment
• Strong fault-finding capability and confidence using electrical test equipment

• A sound understanding of electrical and workplace safety requirements
• The ability to work independently, make sound decisions and contribute positively to a close-knit team

• Comfort using digital tools to record work and maintain accurate asset information

What we offer

Staff Benefits We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, life and income protection insurance, relocation assistance where applicable, flexible working options and ongoing professional development.

How to apply

Review the position description and apply online with your CV and cover letter. Tell us about your relevant experience, technical capability and the achievements you’re most proud of. We can't wait to hear from you.

Applications will be screened as they arrive, and we may move quickly to interview.