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Electrical Project Supervisor – High Voltage Locations: Waikato | Taupo | Napier | Wellington | Christchurch Step up as a leader while keeping your hands on the work. PBA Ltd is looking for an experienced High Voltage Electrician/Power Technician ready to lead projects and people across New Zealand. Why you’ll love working here Competitive hourly rate plus free Southern Cross health insurance with family discounts Travel across New Zealand to exciting client sites Paid birthday off, long-service rewards, and career development Supportive, tight-knit team that works hard, laughs often, and takes pride in doing things right The role As an Electrical Project Supervisor (Senior Technical Specialist), you will lead projects from start to finish, guide your team through installations, maintenance, and commissioning, and still roll up your sleeves on the ground. You will share knowledge, solve problems, and ensure your team leaves every job proud. You bring Proven HV experience and current or eligible EWRB registration Strong leadership and communication skills Customer-first mindset with problem-solving abilities Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other systems Full NZ driver’s licence or ability to obtain one The ability to travel regularly for work Perks and benefits Regular pay reviews plus 4% KiwiSaver contribution Ongoing training and clear career pathways Travel allowances and variety in work locations Be part of a company big enough for major projects but small enough for your voice to matter About PBA Ltd Part of the Unison Group, PBA is a trusted team of over 30 high voltage experts. We tackle the complex energy challenges of tomorrow from decarbonisation to distributed energy and cybersecurity while keeping safety, collaboration, and real-world results at our core. PBA delivers specialist high-voltage solutions - from transformer and circuit breaker expertise to advanced secondary systems and precision transformer oil and SF₆ gas management services. We welcome candidates from overseas with relevant HV experience who are familiar with NZ visa processes, EWRB registration, and NZQA qualification assessments.