Electrician

Posted: 16/06/2026

Closing Date: 07/07/2026

Job Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Waikato - Taupo

Job Category: Trades & Operators

Job Description

• Based in Taupo
• Comprehensive Health Insurance.
• Life & Disability Cover
• Generous KiwiSaver Contributions.
• Enhanced Parental Leave.
• Birthday Leave.
• Long Service Rewards.
• Career Advancement Opportunities.
• Be a part of a Great Team.
• Full-time, Permanent contract with a minimum of 40 hours guaranteed per week.
• Monday – Friday and may be required to participate in a standby roster

About the Role

Looking for your next big opportunity? We’ve got an exciting Electrician role just for you! In this position, you’ll provide an electrical trade’s service to Omexom, covering the full range of electrical services expected of a qualified electrician, making a real impact.

• Explaining appliance operations to clients and completing all necessary documentation.
• Connecting and disconnecting fixed wired appliances or equipment, testing and inspecting supply voltage.
• Performing high voltage maintenance and construction work to client specifications
• Responding to emergency fault breakdown work within response times
• Installing substation and other high voltage equipment as per job instructions and specifications
• Installing and testing earthing systems in accordance with regulations and standards, and completing necessary documentation
• Installing switchboards to current regulations, standards, energy requirements and specifications.
• Ensuring optimal reliability and performance of the client’s plant and equipment by completing projects and maintenance work on time and to requirement.
• Understand and comply with your obligations under the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 and all associated regulations, standards, and approved codes of practice.
• Comply with any reasonable instruction given to you by Omexom relating to health and safety

Qualifications and Skills

• A trade qualification as electrician and registration with current practising licence preferred.
• EWRB Practicing License Required.
• Hands-on experience in commercial, industrial, or high voltage electrical work to industry standards.
• A thorough knowledge of current regulatory and industry requirements pertaining to the carrying out of all prescribed electrical work.
• Possess a valid full and clean Class 1 NZ driver’s license.
• An absolute commitment to working safely.
• Be self-motivated and proactive.
• Can manage time and priorities.
• Possess a “can-do” attitude.
• Works well within a team environment or independently

Who are we?

Omexom is part of a global family of energy infrastructure services providers operating under the VINCI group which is a world leader in concessions, energy, and construction, operating in more than 120 countries worldwide. The brand network is a multi-disciplinary network, able to offer customized multi-technical, multi-site, or multi-country services.

With our 1,000+ employees in 29 locations nationwide and $390M in revenue, Omexom has long-standing partnerships with Vector, Transpower, Auckland Transport, and Firstgas, while servicing our newer clients Watercare, Auckland District Health Board, Wellington Electricity, and City Rail Link Limited.

In Aotearoa, Omexom is well positioned through this international network with shared values and vast resources, and a continued commitment to safety, excellence, and sustainable solutions.

At Omexom, we are committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment that values and respects diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We welcome and encourage women, and people from diverse backgrounds to .

How to

If you like the sound of what we’re offering and think you are the right person for the job, we’d love to hear from you. Applications close on Tuesday, 07 July 2026.

Please note, that only candidates with the right to live and work in New Zealand will be considered for this role.

According to the Harvard Business Review, men typically for jobs when they meet only 60% of the qualifications, whereas women and individuals from underrepresented groups usually only if they meet all the criteria. We're not just about checking boxes, so if you believe you have the skills but don't meet every requirement listed, please reach out if you would like to find out more, we'd love to talk with you.

Come join our amazing team and be a part of the pioneers in energy transition.