Careers at MainPower
At MainPower, we deliver value by providing a safe, secure, and reliable electricity distribution network for our local community. We are committed to developing a strong workplace culture where people are supported, empowered, and provided the tools required to deliver in their roles. Our people are critical in ensuring that we deliver on our vision.
Our vision is simple – Create a smarter future to deliver local value. Our values reflect how we interact with each other, our community, and our customers: to do what’s right, make it happen, work together, and make it better.
Working at MainPower
Current vacancies
Electrical Fitter/Electrician
We are seeking a qualified and experienced Electrical Fitter/Electrician to join our Field Services team. Applicants must hold a current NZ Electrical Registration, and a current EWRB practicing licence. Proven electrical fitter experience within the electricity supply industry is essential.
Defects Coordinator
We have a great opportunity for an individual with knowledge and experience in the energy sector. The position of Defects Coordinator exists to ensure that asset defects (overhead, ground level and underground) are managed effectively, optimising defect management processes and ensuring works are delivered on-time, on-budget, and in compliance with MainPower policies.
AutoCAD / GIS Technician
We have a rare opportunity for an experienced AutoCAD/GIS Technician to join the MainPower team!
Works Planner
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced individual to join our Service Delivery team as the Works Planner.
Project Document Controller
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our Mt Cass Wind Farm project team.
Network Performance and Resilience Lead
We need to grow our business and workforce and are looking for the next top talent to join our Network Transformation and Investment team.
What can we offer you?
MainPower is a great place to work. We're passionate about growing our people and finding new ways to make MainPower the best employer in the region. From health and wellbeing benefits to personal growth opportunities, every year we're adding new and exciting programmes to our employee benefits to support our people.
Nine-Day Fortnight Option
We offer a nine-day fortnight working arrangement to full-time employees. Those who opt in work nine hours a day, for nine days a fortnight, with the tenth day as a rostered day off on either a Monday or a Friday.
Subsidised Health Insurance
To support the health and wellbeing of our people, MainPower offers a subsidised health insurance plan to all permanent employees. Staff also receive a discount when adding family members to their policy.
Subsidised Gym Membership
MainPower offers all permanent employees the opportunity to join the North Canterbury Sport and Recreation Trust Fitness Centres at a subsided rate. MainPower also has several social sports teams.
Bright Spark Scholarship
To support MainPower families, we offer a Bright Spark Scholarship to help students related to employees with study costs. Recipients can also undertake paid summer internships at MainPower.
Professional Development
We support all our employees to reach their full potential by offering ongoing professional development in both leadership and technical skills.
Reward and Recognition
Reward and recognition programmes including the Workplace Safety Innovation Award and acknowledgement of long serving employees.
If you’re interested in working with us and want to find out more about MainPower, we’d love to hear from you at recruitment@mainpower.co.nz.