Team Leader Opportunities - Lines & HV Electricians (Matamata, Paeroa & Tokoroa)

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Downer's Energy & Utilities team is hiring Team Leader roles in Paeroa, Matamata and Coromandel for Electrical Fitters, Glove & Barrier and Line Mechanics who want to lead while staying hands on. This is not a standard crew lead job; it blends crew management with fault response and work, offering earning potential through roster participation and responsibility. You’ll guide skilled crews on critical distribution work, drive safety and quality, and collaborate with Supervisors and Project Managers on planning. Upskilling includes Cable Jointing, G&B, Electrical Fitter development and leadership pathways. To apply, click APPLY, attach CV and licences, reference 729836, and ensure your CV demonstrates leadership, safety culture, planning and mentoring.

Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity
Downer’s Energy & Utilities team is seeking Expressions of Interest for a range of Team Leader roles across Paeroa, Matamata and Coromandel. These roles are ideal for experienced Electrical Fitters, Line Mechanics or G&B specialists who want leadership responsibility while staying actively involved on the tools.

This is not a standard crew lead role — it offers:

• Standout earning potential driven by roster participation and operational responsibility
• A chance to lead on the tools and be rewarded beyond comparable roles in the market
• A hands‑on leadership blend of crew management, technical work and fault response
• An opportunity to lead, respond and earn at a level few roles can match
• A unique mix of operational accountability, fault response and crew oversight that sets this role apart

We have current and upcoming opportunities for:

• Team Leaders – Electrical Fitters
• Team Leaders – Glove & Barrier (G&B)
• Team Leaders – Line Mechanics

In these Full time, permanent roles, you’ll guide skilled crews delivering critical distribution network work. You’ll coordinate day‑to‑day operations, maintain safety and quality standards, support field crews during faults, and work closely with Supervisors and Project Managers to manage work planning and resource allocation.

You’ll also have access to industry‑leading upskilling opportunities, including:

• Cable Jointing
• Glove & Barrier
• Electrical Fitter development
• Leadership and technical pathways within Downer

Nga pūkenga matua | Important Skills
We’re seeking strong leaders with proven field experience and a commitment to safety and team culture.

For Electrical / Electrical Fitter Team Leaders:

• NZ‑recognised electrical trade qualification, registration and practising licence (NZQA L4 or equivalent)
• Strong technical capability across substations, equipment maintenance and distribution systems
• Ability to support crews with fault response, testing and diagnostics

For Glove & Barrier (G&B) Team Leaders:

• Experience in G&B installation and practices
• Ability to lead safe work in high‑risk environments
• Willingness to train suitable candidates who bring the right attitude and aptitude

For all Team Leader roles:

• Demonstrated leadership experience or strong readiness to step into leadership
• Excellent planning, communication and decision‑making skills
• Commitment to Zero Harm and maintaining a positive, safe team environment
• Ability to mentor and develop others while ensuring efficiency and work quality

If you’re an experienced tradesperson ready to step into leadership or grow your current leadership capability, we’d love to hear from you.

 

Ngā Painga o te Mahi ki Downer | Benefits of working with Downer
Your expertise helps communities thrive, and Downer will back you with career pathways, wellbeing support and a strong, inclusive team culture. We offer;

Career - Personal development planning and structured upskilling, Leadership programmes and long‑term career pathways, Opportunities across HV, Cable Jointing, G&B, Power Technician and more

Wellbeing - Zero Harm embedded across all work, free counselling for you and your immediate whānau, Marram healthcare benefits and discounted holiday homes

Community - Strong team culture across E&U. Employee networks including StandOut, Fetu Pasifika, EmpowerHER and Wāhine Kotahitanga

Individuality - Perks@Downer discounts: Southern Cross, gyms, rentals, movies, travel and retail cashback

Discover more of our great benefits here!

Ko wai mātou | Our Organisation 

Downer's Energy & Utilities business is a trans‑Tasman team delivering the essential services that keep our communities connected. We design, build, operate and maintain critical assets and networks across water, electricity, telecommunications, industrial and power generation sectors. Our strength comes from our in‑house technical expertise, specialist engineering capability, trusted OEM partnerships and highly skilled crews.

You want your work to matter, and so do we. With more than 26,000 people across our wider Downer whānau, we’re a diverse team of thinkers, doers, and problem‑solvers. We’re committed to building a team that reflects the communities we work in. We welcome people of all backgrounds, cultures, identities and abilities. 

Me pēhea ki te tono | How to apply 

Click APPLY and follow the prompts, including your CV and copies of relevant licences/qualifications. 

Reference number:  729836

All successful applicants must complete a satisfactory pre‑employment drug and alcohol test, medical, and Ministry of Justice check. If you need support with any part of this process, our team is here to help.