Electrical Technician - Cordis, Auckland

Great Eagle Group is recruiting for Cordis, Auckland, a luxury hotel located in Auckland’s vibrant arts and culture district. This is a permanent, full-time, on-site Electrical Technician role within the hotel’s engineering team, with an annual salary of NZD 80,000 (dependent on qualifications and experience). It’s a hands-on position that suits someone who likes practical electrical work and keeping essential systems running smoothly for guests and hotel operations.

Cordis Auckland sits within the Langham Hospitality Group portfolio, which also includes The Langham Hotels and Resorts, Cordis Hotels and Resorts, Eaton Workshop and Ying’nFlo. The hotel itself features 642 guest rooms and 20 flexible meeting spaces, placing you at the heart of a property that aims to deliver exceptional guest experiences. The role is central to maintaining safety and reliability across building services in a busy, luxury hotel environment.

If you enjoy working in a bustling hospitality setting, solving electrical problems, and contributing to a strong service culture, this could be a great fit for you. For more information about the property, please visit: https://www.cordishotels.com/en/auckland/

Day-to-day duties in the hotel’s electrical operations

You’ll be hands-on, carrying out electrical maintenance, fault finding, repairs and minor installations across the hotel, keeping systems in good order and responding quickly to faults to minimise guest disruption.

In addition, you’ll regularly inspect lighting, emergency lighting, power outlets, switches, distribution boards and related equipment, while assisting with the testing and maintenance of emergency power systems, generators and UPS. A key part of the job is completing scheduled preventative maintenance across the property, conducting routine inspections of plant, equipment and building services, and identifying potential faults before they affect guests or operations. You’ll also maintain accurate maintenance and testing records, support general maintenance across plumbing, HVAC, pumps and motors, and work with specialist contractors during planned shutdowns or upgrades, always ensuring work is performed safely and in line with New Zealand electrical safety requirements.

What you’ll need to bring

• Current EWRB registration and Practising Licence, essential for the role
• Previous experience in an electrical maintenance or technician position
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving abilities
• Experience maintaining electrical systems, equipment and building services
• Good understanding of electrical safety requirements and safe working practices
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to spot issues early
• Ability to work independently and show initiative
• Clear communication and the ability to work well in a team
• Strong time management and a sense of urgency
• Proactive and flexible approach to work
• Comfort with a busy operational environment
• Commitment to health and safety
• Full flexibility to work across a rotating roster, including weekends and public holidays

Helpful extras

• Hospitality or hotel maintenance experience would be a plus
• Hands-on experience with emergency power systems, generators and UPS
• Exposure to planned shutdowns, contractor coordination and equipment upgrades

Pay, perks and practicals

The position is permanent and full-time, based on-site at Cordis, Auckland, New Zealand, with a salary of NZD 80,000 per year. Applicants must already have work rights in New Zealand. The role sits in a luxury hotel setting, and the roster may require flexibility to meet the property’s needs.

What you’ll gain includes discounts on dining and accommodation, free nights at overseas hotels, staff meals, discounted parking at $6 per day, freshly pressed uniform provided each shift, milestone service benefits, and opportunities to grow your career within Langham Hospitality Group. You’ll be part of New Zealand’s largest hotel, and you’ll have a chance to build your career within a globally recognized hospitality brand.

Advice for applicants

Lead your resume with your current EWRB registration and Practising Licence so the essential requirement is front and center.

Frame your experience around hands-on electrical maintenance and fault-finding, emphasizing roles in hotel or large-property environments and including concrete results from issues you’ve resolved.

Be ready to discuss how you manage electrical faults quickly in a busy hotel, how you stay compliant with safety rules, and how you prioritise tasks when multiple maintenance requests come in.

Ask about how planned shutdowns are scheduled and how contractors coordinate with the hotel team to complete upgrades safely and efficiently.