He aha ngā painga o tēnei mahi mōu | Why you will enjoy working here
Downer is committed to delivering excellence by ensuring our people have the environment and the means to be successful. We offer you the opportunity to join our diverse and inclusive culture and be part of a great team working in a collaborative environment. We also offer:
- Overtime opportunities
- All the tools of trade you need to do your job
Free access to Marram health care benefits and discounted holiday homes
Te whiwhinga mahi | The Opportunity
Downer holds a long-term Asset and Facilities Management contract with the Department of Corrections and the Ministry of Justice. We are currently seeking a NZ Registered Electrician with a practising license to join our high performing team based at Mt Eden Corrections Facility! This role involves a hands-on practical approach, provides an opportunity for an ambitious and resilient individual who can work in a high performing maintenance team.
You will work in a robust environment undertaking of scheduled maintenance, first response, and reactive activities to mitigate disruption to the customer’s activities and business all while ensuring safe working practices are implemented and take corrective actions where required.
Prisons are sometimes challenging work environments, so you must be confident and able to conduct yourself professionally at all times. You will also understand the 24/7 nature of a prison site and be prepared to sometimes manage jobs and situations after hours.
Some of the responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Prioritise Zero Harm and work safely at all times
- Perform tasks under the direction of a designated leader, aligned with service delivery or project goals
- Operate within defined parameters such as time, budget, materials, and resources
- Foster collaborative customer relationships and contribute to value-adding activities
- Support technical and operational functions including design, scoping, costing, quoting, and risk management
- Provide technical expertise across electrical, mechanical, air-conditioning, and facilities, including mentoring apprentices/junior electricians
This is a great opportunity for someone who is looking to expand their knowledge in the Facilities sector. There are a lot of opportunities to grow within the team and you will be exposed to different responsibilities that will further enhance your skills in Electrical.
Nga Pūkenga Motuhake | Important Skills
We would love to hear from candidates who have the following attributes:
- NZ registered Electrician with a current and full NZ Practicing Electrical Licence and a strong background in commercial/light industrial & domestic electrical work
Minimum five years’ experience in electrical, air-conditioning, facilities, and building maintenance industries
Strong understanding of business fundamentals, including operations and basic financial principles.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to relate to people at all levels, along with effective prioritization and stress management.
Motivated, outcome-oriented professional with ownership, strategic thinking, problem-solving skills, and a drive for continuous improvement.
Ko wai mātou | Our Organisation
Want to know more about what it is like to work at Downer? Then head to our People Site people.downergroup.co.nz/join-our-facilities-team/
Me pēhea ki te tono | How to apply
If this sounds like the opportunity for you, click Apply Now to submit your application! The reference number for this role is 723325.
Downer NZ is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive culture.
Our workplaces are drug and alcohol free - all successful applicants will be required to undertake a pre-employment drug test and medical.
Due to the fast-paced nature of Downer, our vacancy close dates may be subject to change, so don't delay and make sure you apply as soon as possible.
