Electrician

Location: Wellington Hospital (base location), Hutt Valley Hospital/Kenepuru Hospital as required

Contract: Permanent, full-time

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we’re building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence. 

About the Role 

The primary purpose of the role is to carry out electrical work including, repairs, maintenance and upgrades at HNZ sites within Capital & Coast and Hutt Valley (CCHV) District as required. The role requires you to provide feedback regarding compliance, reactive and planned maintenance and repair of electrical plants and equipment systems used throughout the hospital(s).

You will ensure that the CCHV District has a reliable, quality and client friendly electrical engineering service to all its sites, at all times, to enable delivery of key health outcomes. The role has an on-call component which actively takes part in the after hour’s on-call trade’s team roster that supports the CCHV District.

About the Team/Service Location 

The Infrastructure and Investment Group (IIG) team are focused on delivering high impact infrastructure investments that support the transformation of New Zealand's health system.

Giving support, oversight and assurance across projects and programmes, the team understand that safe, fit for purpose health facilities, sites and equipment are essential for a well-functioning health system that improves the health of all New Zealanders.

About you 

You will have advanced electrical expertise and a proactive approach to maintenance. You will be familiar with generators, high voltage distribution systems and equipment. An approachable manner and the ability to adapt to working within a live hospital environment is essential.

Whilst not critical to the role, we would love to hear from you if you have worked in a hospital setting and your knowledge extends to hazardous substances legislation, asbestos regulations, and compliance with the Building Act and related codes. 

Other key skills and experience we are looking for include:

• Exceptional fault-finding skills and servicing
• Confident using computer systems, with above-average skills in the Microsoft suite
• Ability to identify maintenance needs through observation
• Ensures issues are addressed before they escalate, supporting a safe and efficient environment
• Highly organised and adaptable with strong time management and effective communication
• A commitment to delivering exceptional service
• Self-motivated, cost-conscious, and proactive in finding innovative solutions, while working collaboratively and sensitively in a hospital environment.

Most importantly, you care. You're not just here to deliver buildings - you're here to help shape a health system that delivers better outcomes for communities. You actively contribute to a positive team environment and consistently embody the values of Health NZ in your work. You understand that how you lead is just as important as what you deliver and you take pride in fostering a collaborative, inclusive and purpose-driven workplace.

Working at Health New Zealand 

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is ‘the weaving of wellness’. We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand. 

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Health New Zealand are committed to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations. We embrace diversity and welcome application from all people, including all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and disability. A workforce that is diverse and inclusive means that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We are pro-equity health organisation, with a particular focus on Māori, Pacific Peoples, and the Disability Community. 

How to Apply 

To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal by 1st December. If you have any questions about the role, please contact lucy.britland@tewhatuora.govt.nz

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advertisement.