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.

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

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

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

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.