We are looking for a reliable and safety-focused Utility Worker to join our team. This is a hands-on, outdoor role supporting the delivery of utility and infrastructure services. You’ll work as part of a crew carrying out site preparation, labouring, and installation work while ensuring all safety, quality, and environmental standards are met.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out site preparation, hazard identification, and set up safe work areas in line with Safe Work Practices
• Perform general utility and labouring duties including trenching, digging, lifting, and equipment installation
• Identify underground services and obstructions prior to excavation
• Ensure all tools, equipment, and PPE are available, compliant, and fit for purpose
• Maintain a strong focus on health, safety, quality, and environmental compliance at all times
• Work effectively as part of a team to meet operational, regulatory, and customer requirements
• Report hazards, incidents, and near misses promptly and accurately
• Represent the company professionally when interacting with customers and the public

About You:

• Experience in labouring or utility work (preferred)
• Comfortable with heavy lifting, digging, trenching, and manual tasks
• Ability to read and understand plans and obstruction drawings
• Enjoy working outdoors in all conditions
• Reliable, punctual, and safety-conscious
• Full Class 1 & 2 driver licences (required)
• Class 4, Class 5, and WTR endorsements are an advantage
• Excellent safety record
• Good verbal and written communication skills

About us:
Northpower is an electricity and fibre network provider for Whangārei and Kaipara, with more than 60,000 connected customers. We are one of the largest multi-utility contractors in New Zealand, servicing the needs of clients in transmission, distribution, generation, fibre, renewables, 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 staff working together across 16 locations to keep the power on and the lights going for our customers.

Apply Now:

Take the next step in your career apply now to join Northpower and make a real impact in your community. Apply via #REQ1893 New Zealand work rights are required for the role. Pre-employment checks will include a criminal history check, drug and alcohol testing, and a medical assessment.