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More than a job

As our business continues to grows and evolves so will the roles and opportunities on offer.

We are always looking for talented and passionate people who are excited about the future of energy to join our team.

We are developing structured learning pathways so our people have clarity and support for each of their individual learning goals

Here are a some of our apprentice pathways

Unlimited opportunities

Here at Northpower we have a broad range of specialists with the skills to power Aotearoa New Zealand’s energy needs.

Today our teams are responsible for building and maintaining power and telecommunications networks across the North Island. Tomorrow we’ll be shaping the low carbon futures together with the communities we serve.

As our business grows and evolves so will the roles and opportunities on offer. We are always looking for talented and passionate people who are excited about the future of energy to join our team.

Learn more about the varied, and unique roles we have on offer, including

Trainees/Cadets
HSQE
Wellbeing
Line Mechanic
Cable Jointer
Project Manager
Business Analyst
Customer experience representatives
Enterprise applications specialist
Database and systems engineer
Electrical Engineer

Energy industry jobs

The electricity supply industry (ESI) requires people with a wide range of skills in many distinct roles to keep the lights on up and down the country.

This includes engineering, construction, electrical, finance, legal, procurement, fleet management, administration, and communications roles. These roles include all levels of experience from entry level trainees to managers and executives.

What does the electricity sector offer?

The electricity sector provides an essential service that modern living relies on; however many people never give a second thought to the systems, processes, people and infrastructure required to provide electricity to our homes and businesses.

From engineering, project management, construction management, design, supported by administrators, finance guru’s, marketing and communications and people specialists – the energy sector needs them all.

Innovation and new tech at Northpower

We’re proud of our approach to innovation and embracing new technologies as they emerge, keeping us at the forefront of our industry and benefitting our customers. If you’re looking to for an exciting career in an industry that is changing and evolving to meet the future needs of New Zealand, you have come to right place.

Northpower has a significant role to play in the future of the energy sector and its transition to a decarbonised and electrified future.

Our approach to innovation