Industrial Electrician

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey. Industrial/Commercial Electrician – Variety + Stability If you've built your skills across Commercial, Industrial, or Mechanical electrical work and you're hungry to keep growing - tackling more complex problems, broadening your experience, and doing work that actually pushes you - this is your next move. Looking for variety, stability, and real career progression? At Downer, you'll work on hands-on industrial and commercial electrical systems -not stuck in one niche. We offer: Permanent, full-time role – minimum 40 hours per week + overtime opportunities Diverse, challenging work across industrial, mechanical, and commercial environments All power tools for the trade provided Strong focus on safety and team culture Ongoing career development and progression pathways Discounts on health insurance, tech, and more $500 employee referral bonus Hourly base pay of $40-$45 We're looking for a skilled Industrial Electrician with experience in industrial plant, automation, PLC's, mechanical, HVAC, or commercial electrical systems. This is a hands-on, site-based role in Dunedin where no two days are the same. You'll be working across a range of environments, supporting installation, maintenance, and fault-finding on complex electrical and mechanical systems. Key responsibilities: Installation, maintenance, and repair of industrial plant and industrial electrical systems Supporting Automation Engineers Providing routine maintenance and planning on plant sites Working alongside mechanical plant and HVAC systems Fault-finding and troubleshooting to minimise downtime Supporting works across civil and infrastructure environments where required Ensuring all work meets NZ safety and compliance standards Collaborating with other trades and teams on-site Upskilling, ongoing training and support through the role Current NZ EWRB practising licence Proven experience in industrial, mechanical, and commercial electrical work Experience with plant equipment, industrial, HVAC, or automated systems (advantageous) Capability to learn and work with traffic signals and transport technologies and work in with the team Ability to work independently and manage your time effectively An on-call roster operates; you will be expected to be part of the on-call roster. Full Class 1 driver's licence Strong fault-finding and problem-solving ability Willingness for occasional travel Solid attention to detail and commitment to safety Solid computer skills and exposure to a wide variety of computer applications Reference: 733399 Downer is committed to a safe working environment for everyone. Successful applicants will be required to complete a pre-employment drug test, medical, and Ministry of Justice check. We value diversity and are proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applications from all backgrounds. Job Info Job Identification 733399 Job Category Frontline Trades and Labour Posting Date 06/09/2026, 03:05 AM Locations Dunedin Central, Otago, New Zealand #J-18808-Ljbffr