At Ventia, we help keep communities running by delivering essential infrastructure services across Aotearoa. We’re looking for an Electrical Technician to join our Far North water and wastewater network team, supporting critical operations across a wide regional footprint.
This is a fantastic opportunity whether you’re newly qualified or building your experience, with strong support from an experienced team and exposure to automation systems like PLC and SCADA.
About the Role
This is a field-based, mobile role covering sites from Opononi to Russell and up to Kaitaia, based out of Kaikohe.
You’ll be responsible for maintaining the electrical systems that keep water and wastewater services running safely and efficiently.
What you’ll be doing:
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Carrying out planned and preventative maintenance across treatment plants, pump stations, and network assets
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Responding to reactive breakdowns and call-outs (shared roster – approx. 1 week per month)
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Supporting minor project and upgrade work
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Troubleshooting electrical systems including PLCs and SCADA
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Maintaining compliance with safety, environmental, and operational requirements
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Working both independently in the field and collaboratively with the wider team
What You’ll Bring
We’re open to newly qualified electricians as well as those with more experience.
Essential:
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EWRB Electrical Registration
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Full NZ Driver’s Licence
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Strong commitment to safety and quality workmanship
Experience We Value:
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Exposure to industrial or infrastructure environments (water experience not essential)
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Familiarity with PLCs, SCADA, pumps, motors, or control systems
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Confidence in fault-finding and problem-solving
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Ability to work independently and manage your own workload
About You
You’re someone who:
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Is a self-starter who can work autonomously in the field
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Enjoys a mix of hands-on technical work and problem-solving
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Communicates well and works effectively in a team
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Is flexible and willing to support an on-call roster
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Takes pride in supporting essential community services
What’s in It for You?
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Flexible start and finish times to suit work-life balance
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Company vehicle, tools, PPE, and uniform provided
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Structured on-call roster (1 week in 4)
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Work across a diverse and scenic Far North region
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Join a tight-knit team with a strong, supportive culture
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Opportunities to build skills in automation, SCADA, and infrastructure systems
About the Team
You’ll join a close-knit team of 6 technicians, working across the Far North network. The team offers a great balance of collaboration and independence, with strong local knowledge and support.
Additional Information
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Work involves outdoor environments, travel between sites, and occasional after-hours response
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PPE, tools, and safety training are fully provided
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You’ll play a critical role in maintaining essential services and compliance for the region
Apply now! If you’re an electrician looking for a varied, hands-on role with real community impact, apply now and join Ventia in delivering vital water and wastewater services across the Far North.
About Ventia
As a leading services provider, we maintain, operate, and manage the essential infrastructure that makes modern life possible across Australia and New Zealand. With more than 35,000 employees and subcontractors across 400 sites, joining Ventia means becoming part of a team that values its people, supports career growth, and helps everyone go further towards their full potential.
Our commitment to Fairness, Inclusion and Respect shapes how we lead, collaborate, hire and support one another. We welcome applications from people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds, including Māori and Pasifika peoples and people of all genders, identities, sexual orientations, beliefs and caring responsibilities. We are dedicated to providing an accessible recruitment process and encourage you to request adjustments at any stage.
How to apply
Click the Apply Now button to start the journey to find your further with Ventia.
Position Reference Number: 167488
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