Faultperson

We’re looking for a skilled, safety-focused Faultsperson who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in restoring power for our communities. This role is critical to keeping the network safe, reliable, and performing at its best whether responding to planned work, unexpected faults, or emergency situations.

Role Responsibilities

In this role, you will carry out approved switching, testing, and earthing of network equipment during both planned and unplanned events, always ensuring the safe and reliable operation of the network. You will respond to faults by investigating issues, isolating hazards, and restoring supply quickly and safely, including providing emergency support such as electrical isolation at accident scenes and effective hazard management. You will ensure all work meets, and where possible exceeds, operational, regulatory, and customer expectations, while actively contributing to the achievement of performance targets and service goals. Strong problem-solving skills will be essential, as you will be required to assess complex situations under pressure and implement practical, effective solutions.

You will also play a key role in supporting and leading others by providing day-to-day supervision and hands-on assistance to your team. This includes managing workloads, delegating tasks based on individual capability and competency, and supporting the ongoing development of team members. Through encouraging open communication and collaboration, you will help foster a positive, high-performing team culture, while consistently role modelling behaviour’s that reflect Northpower’s values and commitment to excellence.

What Northpower Offers You

Make real impact across Aotearoa in a stable and future‑focused sector. At Northpower, you’ll do work that matters and powers our communities while growing your career in an organisation that genuinely cares for its people.

You’ll benefit from:

• A people‑first culture built on safety, inclusion, and deep care, where contributions are recognised and wellbeing is supported through EAP and our award‑winning peer support network (Kaitiaki)
• Fair and market competitive pay including tool of trade vehicle, with the flexibility to tailor through additional leave and increased employer KiwiSaver contributions
• Life insurance and preventative health initiatives (including annual flu immunisations and Mole Maps)
• Discounted group medical cover and health and fitness programmes (including Fitness Passport)
• Discounted fuel rates plus a range of retail discounts (including Boost, PB Tech and Specsavers)
• Ongoing learning and development, with clear career pathways to help you grow, specialise, or progress
• A welcoming, family‑friendly workplace where people are encouraged to be themselves and feel valued

Experience

We’re looking for someone who brings a recognised New Zealand or overseas electrical qualification, along with a current, valid driver’s licence. You’ll have proven experience working as an Electrician, Cable Jointer, or Line Mechanic, with previous standby and switching experience being highly desirable. Just as important as your technical capability is your passion for delivering excellent customer service and your commitment to working safely demonstrated through an excellent safety record and a proactive, responsible approach on the job.

Northpower is one of the largest multi-utility contractors in New Zealand, servicing the needs of clients in transmission, distribution, generation, fibre and commercial sectors. We have a reputation for excellence and innovation, providing commercially viable solutions for electrical and telecommunication design, construction, and maintenance requirements. We have over 1,400 employees working together across 16 locations to keep the power on and the lights going for our customers.

At Northpower, you’re not just joining a team you’re joining a community that values your expertise, supports your growth, and gives you the opportunity to make a real impact across our communities every day. You’ll have space to innovate, the encouragement t and the backing of a team committed to doing the right thing, always. If this sounds like the next move in your career journey, we’d love to hear from you. Apply through our career’s website using #REQ2019 and register your interest early, as we will be interviewing suitable applicants throughout the advertising period.