Job Role: Electrical Manager
Job Type: Permanent / Full Time
Location: West Coast
Category: Trades & Services
Sub-Category: Electrician
Description:
Electrical Manager – Reefton
Lead. Build. Be Part of Something That Matters.
Short Description:
EWRB Licensed Electrician with 5+ years’ experience, strong diagnostics, leadership ability & experience across residential, rural & industrial work.
Benefits Summarised:
- Competitive hourly rate + paid overtime + on-call allowances
- Company vehicle, medical insurance & long-term job security
- Leadership role with autonomy and future ownership potential
About the Company:
Based in Reefton, this well-established electrical business is deeply embedded in the local area, servicing residential, commercial, agricultural and industrial clients across the wider West Coast. From dairy farms and mining operations to commercial sites and emerging solar projects, the work is varied, hands-on and essential to the region.
The team has built a strong reputation through quality workmanship, reliability, and long-standing client relationships – and they’re now looking for the right person to take ownership of the Reefton division and help drive its next phase of growth.
What’s in It for You?
- Paid for every hour worked (hourly rate)
- Overtime at time and a half after 42.5 hours
- On-call allowance + overtime rates for call-outs
- Company vehicle (work use)
- Phone provided
- Medical insurance
- Competitive remuneration package
- Clear pathway toward future buy-in
- Supportive, down-to-earth team environment
- Long-term stability in a well-established business
The Opportunity:
This is a genuine working leadership role – ideal for someone who enjoys being on the tools while also taking ownership of operations, people and performance.
You’ll spend around 60-70% of your time hands-on, delivering high-quality electrical work across a diverse range of environments. The rest of your time will focus on leading the division, building client relationships, and ensuring the business continues to perform and grow.
This role offers a high level of autonomy and would suit someone who takes pride in their work, backs themselves, and enjoys being a trusted go-to in their region.
What You’ll Be Doing:
On the Tools,
- Installations, upgrades and complex fault-finding
- Testing, commissioning and compliance with NZ standards
- Working across residential, commercial, rural and industrial sites
- Motors, controls, generators and PLC systems
- Breakdown response and on-call support
Leading the Business:
- Overseeing day-to-day operations of the division
- Pricing, quoting and managing project delivery
- Building and maintaining strong client relationships
- Leading, mentoring and growing the team
- Driving performance, workflow and financial outcomes
What We’re Looking For:
- NZ Registered Electrician with current EWRB practising licence
- 5+ years’ experience across varied electrical environments
- Proven leadership or readiness to step into a leadership role
- Strong fault-finding and technical capability
- Experience in quoting, pricing and managing jobs
- Solid understanding of NZ electrical standards and compliance
- Good all-round communication and client-facing skills
- Full NZ driver’s licence
Why This Role Stands Out:
This isn’t just another electrical job – it’s a chance to take real ownership in a business that plays an important role in its region.
Success in this position comes from more than just technical ability. It suits someone who naturally builds trust with clients, understands how to operate effectively across the West Coast environment, and values being part of a tight-knit team delivering reliable service to the surrounding area.
If you’re looking for a role where your work has visibility, your decisions matter, and you can build something long-term – this is it.
Apply Now:
If you’re a Senior Electrician ready to step up, or an experienced Electrical Manager looking for a role with autonomy and future opportunity, apply now with your CV.
Applicants must have full working rights in New Zealand and be able to pass pre-employment checks.
Steve Deans
VIPeople Senior Recruiter | Building, Civil & Trades Sectors
