Overview
A leading contractor in Aotearoa New Zealand’s electricity industry
We bring over 90 years of experience in design, construction and maintenance services for electrical distribution, transmission, fibre optic communications and renewable energy networks, along with acoustic and drive-by thermal inspection services.
Our experienced team of over 1,250 specialists across the North Island offer competitive multi-disciplinary services to major energy utilities including Transpower, Vector, Powerco, Wellington Electricity and Top Energy.
Innovative and sustainable solutions
We take great pride in providing tailored solutions for our customers’ specific requirements, delivering whole-of-life value.
Our solutions improve reliability, reduce energy consumption and minimise costs.
We’re dedicated to delivering projects on time, within budget, with the highest level of professionalism.
Cutting edge technology and techniques
Utilising cutting-edge technologies and techniques, we remain at the forefront of our industry, consistently providing exceptional outcomes for our clients
Our expertise extends to grid-scale battery energy storage systems for both residential and commercial/industrial applications, as well as high voltage and low voltage (HV/LV) services for generation assets.
Our approach to innovation
The energy sector will evolve significantly over the coming decades and requires a continued focus on technological development and innovation to enable our decarbonised future. Northpower can demonstrate a track record of thinking innovatively and introducing innovations to support the achievement of Transpower’s objectives, ensure our business sustainability and deliver genuine benefits across the sector.
Innovation and the use of technology are fundamental elements of our operations. Our people bring an energy, enthusiasm, and commitment to everything they do and this is encouraged within a culture that values input and feedback from all layers of the business.
We are proud to be an ever-evolving organisation that is responsive and listens to our customers. Network ownership creates a test bed for our network and contracting divisions to test and trial new technologies and innovations.
Examples of recent innovation initiatives demonstrate our innovative culture and show how our innovations align with commitment to delivering expectional service.
Leading the electricity industry
Northpower is a leading contractor in the New Zealand electricity industry, providing design, construction, and maintenance services for electrical distribution, transmission, and fiber optic communication networks. With a team of 1,250 specialists across the North Island, we offer competitive multidisciplinary services to major energy utilities.
Our expertise extends to grid-scale battery energy storage systems for both residential and commercial/industrial applications, as well as high voltage and low voltage (HV/LV) services for generation assets. We work with battery vendors to provide on-the-ground services for installation, integration, commissioning, and ongoing maintenance of battery energy storage systems.
Who we work with, and where we do
With 90+ years of experience, we offer capabilities ranging from network ownership and asset management to field service delivery. Northpower is a reputable and dependable services partner specializing in the execution of complex and challenging infrastructure projects for energy utilities, including Transpower, Vector, Powerco, Wellington Electricity, and Top Energy.
Our experienced teams are located across Northland, Auckland, Waikato, Bay of Plenty, Taranaki and Wellington with the flexibility to move across regions as required.
What we offer
- Transmission /distribution maintenance and construction
- GSU, power and distribution transformers
- DC battery chargers
- Earthing and EPZ
- Protection scheme study solutions
- Protection scheme relay configuration
- Protection scheme control settings
- 400V to 33kV switchboards
- 11/22/33/110/220kV substations
- 11/33kV line builds, renewals and maintenance
- SCADA
- HV/LV subdivision electrical reticulation
- Tower and equipment refurbishment
- Corrosion protection and painting of related structures
- Asset inspection, condition assessment and diagnostic services
- Generation maintenance and construction services
- Industrial electrical and automation services
- Communications design, construction, maintenance and operations
- Engineering design
- Constructability and design review services
Our multi skilled team includes
- Transmission Line Mechanics (Live Line and De-energised)
- Distribution Line Mechanics (Live Line and De-energised)
- Underground Cable Installers
- Electrical / Protection and Commissioning Technicians
- Communications and Fibre Optic Technicians / Jointers
- Acoustic testing specialists
- Electrical fitters
- Substation maintainers
- Cable Jointers (up to 220kV)
- Tower painters