Electrical Project Engineer

I’m recruiting for an Electrical Project Engineer to join a national contractor delivering critical transport and electrical infrastructure across Christchurch. This is a hands‑on, operations‑driven position where you’ll lead a team of electricians, coordinate subcontractors, and ensure traffic‑signal and intersection projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to spec.

What you’ll be doing :

• Delivering intersection upgrades, signal maintenance runs, and project works
• Leading RAMS, toolbox talks and reinforcing a strong safety culture
• Maintain strong communication with council teams, designers, civil crews, and traffic management
• Managing daily sequencing, resourcing and documentation
• Assisting with pricing, variations and tracking project costs
• Supporting testing, commissioning & as‑built documentation

What you’ll bring :

• Minimum 3+ years’ experience in New Zealand delivering electrical / civil projects or site coordination
• Proven experience managing teams or crews
• Strong electrical background (trade or engineering qualification)
• Hands‑on onsite leadership (RAMS, toolbox talks, safety‑led delivery)
• Excellent attention to detail and documentation skills
• Experience working with subcontractors, councils, and local standards
• New Zealand working rights

Apply Now :

This role requires someone who is practical, organised, confident onsite, and experienced leading people. If this is you, I'd love to chat.

Apply now or contact me directly for a confidential conversation.

Lily Millett

Recruitment Consultant

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