Electrician in Queenstown at Horizon Energy Group

• Queenstown based - we welcome applicants currently based in Cromwell or Wanaka who are open to relocate to Queenstown
• Full-time, permanent position - 45h/week
• $40 -$43/h (depending on experience) + overtime paid at time and a half

Aquaheat New Zealand is one of New Zealand's most respected HVAC and mechanical project contractors. Alongside our core business, we operate several specialist divisions including AquaFire (fire protection solutions), Colt (louvre and smoke control systems), and Classic Metal (roofing and cladding solutions).

With over 70 years' experience, we deliver end-to-end solutions across commercial, industrial, and infrastructure projects. From heating, cooling, and ventilation to fire protection and roofing, we design, install, and maintain systems that help keep New Zealand running.

As an Electrician, your key responsibilities include:

• Carry out electrical installation and maintenance work to NZ standards
• Install, test, and commission electrical plant, equipment, and building services
• Follow project drawings and specifications and liaise with supervisors for clarification
• Ensure all work meets legislative, safety, and quality requirements
• Complete required documentation (timesheets, quality forms, site reports) accurately and on time
• Maintain a safe work environment, report hazards, and follow all H&S procedures
• Use and care for electrical tools and equipment, reporting faults promptly
• Work independently or within large teams
  

This is an ideal opportunity for you to utilise or develop experience in:

• Commercial electrical installation and maintenance
• Electrical plant and equipment installation
• Building services and projectbased electrical work
• Working independently or within large project teams
• Interpreting electrical drawings, specifications, and standards
• Delivering highquality workmanship in fastpaced environments
• Health & Safety compliance and safe work practices
  

With the following preferred requirements :

• NZ Electrical Qualification and/or 3 years relevant electrical experience
• E4M experience (advantageous but not mandatory)
• Strong knowledge of New Zealand electrical standards and compliance requirements
• Valid NZ Driver Licence
• Experience using electrical hand and power tools
• Ability to work within large teams, communicate effectively, and maintain strong customer focus
• Experience working within Health & Safety guidelines and following sitespecific rules
  

What's in it for you?

At Horizon Energy Group, you'll enjoy:

• Company vehicle
• Career development: ongoing training, upskilling and pathways across the wider Group
• Wellbeing support: health checks, flu jabs, EAP, and life & critical illness insurance
• Extra leave: enjoy a paid day off on your birthday
• Perks & discounts: access to a wide range of corporate discounts
• Join a trusted NZ company with 70+ years of industry experience
• Supportive team culture: work with people who value safety, teamwork and doing the job right
  

Our SWITCH Values:

We're after someone who brings real energy to our SWITCH values:

• Sustainability Making smart decisions for our future.
• Winning Taking ownership and delivering results.
• Innovation Finding better ways to get the job done.
• Trust Building strong relationships through honesty and integrity.
• Customer Focus Delivering exceptional service every day.
• Health & Safety Putting safety first, always.
  

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand.

Our workplaces are drug and alcohol free - all successful applicants will be required to undertake a pre-employment medical.

So, if you're ready to make an impact? Apply now and help us shape the future.