Test Technician

Full job description
About the Role:
As a Test Technician, you’ll be responsible for inspecting and testing Northpower’s equipment in line with statutory and safety requirements. This is a hands-on role that involves extensive travel across New Zealand, working closely with internal teams, suppliers, and service providers. You’ll play a crucial role in maintaining safe operations for our contracting teams nationwide.

Perform inspection and testing of equipment to meet regulatory and safety standards
Record results and update equipment details in Q-Pulse
Liaise with regional coordinators and external service providers to schedule testing
Promote safe practices and maintain Northpower property and testing tools
Identify opportunities for process or safety improvements

About You:
Registered NZ Electrician (EWRB) with a current practicing licence
Hold a class 1 full NZ driver’s licence
Strong organisational and planning skills
Clear communicator – both written and verbal
A positive attitude and a strong commitment to safety and customer service
Willingness and ability to travel extensively across NZ

What’s in it for you?
Competitive remuneration.
An in-house well-being programme, a peer support network (Kaitiaki) and EAP services.
Life Insurance and group discounted medical insurance.
Commitment to professional growth and development.
A friendly workplace where people are valued and appreciated.
Family-friendly events and discounted gym membership along with various retail discounts.

About us:
Northpower is an electricity and fibre network provider for Whangārei and Kaipara, with more than 60,000 connected customers.


We are one of the largest multi-utility contractors in New Zealand, servicing the needs of clients in transmission, distribution, generation, fibre, renewables, and commercial sectors. We have a reputation for excellence and innovation, providing commercially viable solutions for electrical and telecommunication design, construction, and maintenance requirements.

We have over 1,400 staff working together across 16 locations to keep the power on and the lights going for our customers.


Get in touch!
Power up your electrical career in a safety-critical role that makes a real impact!

Join us as a Test Technician and use your electrical expertise to ensure our equipment is safe, compliant, and ready for action. Apply now via #REQ1623

New Zealand work rights are required for the role.

Pre-employment checks will include a criminal history check, drug and alcohol testing, and a medical assessment.