Electrical Supervisor
Downer · Queenstown
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.
At Downer we plan, create and sustain. Downer is the leading provider of integrated services in Australia and New Zealand. Through trusted relationships and world leading insight we work closely with our customers to design, build and sustain assets, infrastructure, and facilities. Lead the job, not just the tools – step into an Electrical Supervisor role with real variety and impact.