Electrician Solar, Rotorua
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Tradestaff

Electrician Solar

  • Posted 3w ago
  • On Site
  • Full Time, Temp

$48  -  $51 /hr

Rotorua

Job Description

Registered Electrician

Tradestaff is looking for an experienced Registered Electrician to join a major solar farm project in Taupō. This is an opportunity to put your commercial, industrial or infrastructure experience to work on a significant renewable-energy development and gain valuable exposure to utility-scale solar.

Previous solar experience is valuable but not essential — we’re also interested in capable electricians with strong installation skills, safe working practices and a high standard of workmanship.


Location: Taupō

Start date: Immediate start

Pay rate: $48–$51 per hour + weekly pay


  • What You'll Be DoingInstall electrical equipment and infrastructure across a utility-scale solar farm
  • Run, secure and manage AC and DC cabling and cable-management systems
  • Install and connect inverters, switchgear and associated electrical equipment
  • Complete electrical terminations and connections to project specifications
  • Read and interpret electrical plans, drawings and technical documentation
  • Carry out testing and fault finding across installed systems
  • Support commissioning activities as the project progresses
  • What We're Looking ForNZ Registered Electrician with a current EWRB Electrical Practising Licence
  • Commercial, industrial, infrastructure or solar electrical experience
  • Confidence reading electrical plans and completing work to specification
  • Full Class 1 NZ Driver Licence and your own basic electrical hand tools
  • Strong commitment to electrical and construction-site health and safety
  • Site Safe, EWP, Working at Heights or First Aid qualifications would be advantageous
  • Right to work in New Zealand and ability to pass pre-employment drug and alcohol screening
  • What's In It For You?Project-completion bonus for those who remain through to the agreed completion date
  • Transport to and from site available from selected local collection points
  • Gain valuable utility-scale solar experience
  • Work on a significant renewable-energy development
  • Potential opportunities across future energy and infrastructure projects
  • PPE provided where required
  • Ongoing support from the Tradestaff team throughout your assignment

Apply online today or give the team a call on 07 343 6316 to find out more!


Why Tradestaff

We’re a trusted recruitment partner with over 3 decades of experience in matching skilled tradies with great opportunities. We’re also proud members of the Recruitment & Consulting Services Association (RCSA) of Australia and New Zealand, which means we’re committed to high standards and ethical practices.

Benefits & Perks

Culture

  • ❤ Care and Appreciation
  • ⚖ Work-Life Balance Support
  • 📈 Professional Development
  • 🏎 Competitive Salary
  • 🌐 INZ Accredited Employer

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