Summary: This role offers full training to support field crews on electricity distribution and streetlighting projects, providing hands-on experience and a path to trade training. Highlights: 1. Full training provided with experienced field crews 2. Gain hands-on experience on real infrastructure projects 3. Pathway to trade training, apprenticeships, and career progression **Te** **kōwhiringa** **| The opportunity** If 2026 is the year you want to get moving toward your goals, this is a great place to start. We're looking for a **Trade Assistant** to join our Energy & Utilities Electricity team based in **Wiri, Auckland**. This is a full-time role with full training provided, working alongside experienced field crews on electricity distribution and streetlighting projects. You'll support the team with non-electrical civil and mechanical tasks, learn how the industry operates, and gain hands-on experience on real infrastructure projects. The work is mainly outdoors, hands-on and varied - ideal for someone who wants to be active, learn practical skills, and build toward a long-term career. For the right person, this role can be the first step toward **trade training, apprenticeships, or other progression opportunities** within Downer. **Mōu** **Koe | About you** You're motivated, reliable, and keen to learn - experience isn't essential. You'll bring: * A **Class 1 NZ driver's licence** (Class 2 and WTR an advantage) * A strong work ethic and willingness to get stuck in * A positive attitude and ability to work well in a team * Commitment to safety and following instructions * Physical fitness and comfort working outdoors * A genuine interest in building skills and a career with Downer **Ko** **wai** **mātou** **| Our Organisation** Downer's Energy & Utilities business unit is an integrated trans-Tasman team, providing services and solutions that connect communities to essential networks and infrastructure. We design, build, operate and maintain today's critical assets and networks, delivering complete services across the water, electricity, telecommunications, industrial and power generation sectors. Our expertise spans in-house technical smarts, specialist engineering, integrated OEM partners, and dedicated crews of qualified tradespeople. *Downer Group is an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone.* **Me** **pēhea** **ki** **te** **tono** **| How to apply** Please submit your application online via the advertisement - email applications will not be accepted. Please note applications will be reviewed and candidates contacted in the New Year.
Trademe · HR
Trademe · HR
