Electrical Supervisor
Electrical Supervisor - Commercial & Industrial | Lead from the Front
Ready to step up and lead? If you’ve got strong experience across commercial or industrial electrical work and enjoy guiding teams while staying hands-on, this could be your next move.
He aha ngā painga o tēnei mahi mōu | Why you will enjoy working here
Looking for variety, stability, and the chance to lead? At Downer, you’ll oversee diverse electrical projects while still being close to the tools - no being stuck behind a desk.
We offer:
- Permanent, full-time role - minimum 40 hours per week + overtime opportunities
- Leadership role with a mix of supervision and hands-on work
- Diverse projects across industrial, mechanical, and commercial environments
- All power tools provided
- Strong focus on safety, leadership, and team culture
- Ongoing career development and progression into senior leadership roles
- Discounts on health insurance, tech, and more
- $500 employee referral bonus
Te Kowhiringa | The Opportunity
We’re looking for an experienced Electrical Supervisor to lead teams across commercial and industrial projects.
This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll coordinate crews, manage performance, and ensure high-quality, safe delivery across all works while supporting technical activities on-site.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead and supervise electrical teams, ensuring high standards of workmanship and productivity
- Oversee daily site activities and monitor subcontractor performance
- Drive installation, maintenance, and repair across industrial and commercial electrical systems
- Support fault-finding and troubleshooting on complex systems
- Assist Project and Contract Managers with documentation including contracts, claims, and insurance
- Support preparation and management of monthly progress claims
- Build and maintain strong client relationships, proactively resolving issues
- Plan and allocate resources to meet project timelines and delivery targets
- Mentor, train, and develop team members, fostering a positive team culture
- Promote and drive a strong safety culture aligned with Zero Harm, environmental, and quality standards
- Ensure all work meets NZ safety, compliance, and quality requirements
Ngā Pūkenga Motuhake | Important Skills
We’re looking for a confident leader with strong technical capability in commercial and/or industrial environments:
- Current EWRB Practising Licence - Electrician (E) or Electrical Engineer (EE)
- Experience in a supervisory or leading hand role (or ready to step up)
- Strong background in industrial, mechanical, or commercial electrical work ( Experience with PLC and BMS systems wiring highly desirable )
- Proven leadership ability to direct, monitor, and develop teams
- Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills
- Health & Safety knowledge, including working at heights (advantageous)
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to plan, prioritise, and manage workloads effectively
- Current NZ Driver’s Licence
- Willingness for occasional travel
- Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement
- Confidence using computer systems for reporting and job tracking
Me pēhea ki te tono | How to apply
If you’re ready to step into a leadership role where you can make an impact across both people and projects, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now with your CV and a short cover letter outlining your experience and leadership capability.
Reference: 731885
Downer is committed to a safe working environment for everyone. Successful applicants will be required to complete a pre-employment drug test, medical, and Ministry of Justice check.
We value diversity and are proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applications from all backgrounds.