Permanent | Local work across the network | Strong team culture
Maintaining a safe and reliable network our communities rely on
Location: Paraparaumu (travel across the Electra network) Type: Full-time, Permanent What: Hands-on role keeping the network safe and reliable
Why join us?
Full‑time role with stability
Competitive pay, paid overtime
Investment in your development
Leadership that’s visible, practical, and backs the field
Work close to home with community impact
About Us
We are a progressive and innovative trust owned electricity distribution business at the heart of the Horowhenua and Kāpiti communities. For over 100 years, we have proudly served our customers, powering homes, businesses, and futures while prioritising safety, reliability, and a positive customer experience. The wellbeing of our team members is paramount, and we are committed to ensuring our people go home safe every day. Our people are dedicated to keeping our communities safe and connected, driving innovation and sustainable growth alongside the regions we serve.
At Electra, our values guide everything we do.
We care about our people - we keep people safe and well, uphold their mana and support their growth. We do the right thing - we act with integrity in everything we do, building trust with each other and our community. We think about our future - we focus on solutions that shape a better tomorrow for our company, community and the environment. We are one team - we are inclusive, share ideas and work together to achieve excellence for our community.
Job Description
The Role
We are looking for a qualified Utility Arborist to join our field team and play a key role in keeping our electricity network safe and reliable.
This is a hands‑on, outdoor role where you will be working in the field every day, executing tree care and maintenance around the network and its assets. You will be climbing, pruning and removing trees, responding to faults and storm events, and working closely with network teams to keep the power on for our communities.
If you enjoy practical work, take pride in doing the job right, and want to apply your arboriculture skills in a role that genuinely makes a difference, this could be a great fit.
The work you will do
Executing tree care and maintenance around live electricity networks Working safely alongside your team and other field employees
Responding to urgent vegetation hazards and storm damage
Keeping tools, vehicles, and work sites safe, tidy, and well maintained
Being part of a supportive team that provides on‑call support when required
Desired Skills and Experience
What you bring to the team
National Certificate in Horticulture (Arboriculture) Level 4
Utility Arborist Level 3
Proven experience around live electricity networks
Strong focus on safety and practical problem-solving
Ability to work outdoors in all conditions
Full Class one and two drivers licence
(If you are slightly short on experience but have the right attitude and foundations, we would still like to hear from you.)
Ready to join our amazing team? Apply now or call Stephanie on 021 202 2809 for a confidential chat.
