Mechanical Generation Technicians

Ko wai mātou | About us   

At Contact, we’re powered by a deep sense of purpose — to build a better Aotearoa by leading the way in sustainable energy. We’re proud to be one of New Zealand’s largest energy generators and retailers, with a strong focus on renewable energy. Our whānau of over 1,000 kaimahi (employees) are passionate about creating a cleaner, more resilient future for our communities and our whenua.

Right now, we’re investing heavily in our geothermal future. With exciting projects like Te Mihi and Te Huka in the pipeline, we’re expanding our geothermal footprint and pushing the boundaries of innovation. These projects are more than just infrastructure — they’re a commitment to kaitiakitanga (guardianship) and to delivering long-term value for Aotearoa. It’s an exciting time to join us and be part of something truly transformative.

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity 

We’re on the lookout for a Generation Technician to join our tight-knit Geothermal Maintenance team. This isn’t just a job — it’s a chance to be part of a legacy. You’ll be hands-on with some of the most advanced geothermal technology in the motu, helping to keep our plant humming safely and efficiently. From annual shuts to predictive maintenance, you’ll be right in the thick of it, making sure our gear is running at its best.

You’ll also play a key role in shaping how we do things — contributing to maintenance strategies, supporting HSE performance, and even jumping in to help out at other sites when needed. Whether you're responding to emergency faults or fine-tuning our systems, your mahi will directly impact the reliability of our energy supply. It’s varied, it’s challenging, and it’s deeply rewarding.

Ko wai koe | About you 

You might be a seasoned technician or someone with solid mechanical maintenance experience looking to step into the energy sector — either way, we’d love to kōrero. Ideally, you’ll bring a relevant trade qualification (like a National Diploma, NZCE, or Trade Cert) and experience working with heavy rotating machinery or power generation equipment. If you’ve got machining skills (lathe or milling), that’s a bonus, but not a dealbreaker.

What really matters is your attitude. We’re after someone who’s curious, safety-conscious, and a great team player. You’ll need to be comfortable solving complex problems, working with contractors, and keeping detailed records. If you’ve dabbled in RCM, condition monitoring, or inventory management — awesome. But if not, and you’re keen to learn, we’ll support you every step of the way. Bring your integrity, your drive, and your willingness to muck in — and we’ll bring the opportunity.

There are a bunch of perks to being a permanent Contact kaimahi. Along with great leadership, teammates, development, and growth and progression opportunities, free health insurance cover, better-than-your-average leave, access to Contact Shares, a ‘Good to be Home’ annual payment toward your home set up & wellbeing, a trail-blazing parental leave policy, bi-annual payments towards Contact Energy products, and more!

Applications close - 5pm Friday the 15th of May

Here at Contact Energy (Te Mata Hiko), we know our strength lies in developing a sense of belonging - one that helps us attract and retain people with a broad range of perspectives and experiences.

We’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to bring their whole selves to work. Our goal is to reflect the diversity of our customers and communities to help build a better Aotearoa New Zealand.

We have a rich community of talented people that we support to thrive at Contact.

Our inclusive hiring process is designed to embrace the diversity of Aotearoa New Zealand, ensuring a wide range of perspectives are included in our decision-making and helping reduce bias along the way.

The wellbeing of our kaimahi is super important to us.

We use employee insights to offer a range of initiatives and resources to support physical, mental, financial and emotional wellbeing – including flexible working arrangements, employee network groups and a market-leading parental leave policy.

At Te Mata Hiko, we want everyone to thrive. We welcome applicants far and wide - of every age, stage, background, and pride. Join us and be part of a team that values your passion and attitude just as much as your experience and skills.

Please note, only candidates with the right to live and work in New Zealand will be considered for this role.

Research shows that while men apply to jobs where they meet 60% of the criteria, women and those in underrepresented groups tend to only apply if they tick every box. We're not about box ticking, so if you think you have what it takes but don't meet everything stated above, please still get in touch. We'd love to kōrero.

Te Mata Hiko (Contact Energy) does not accept any CVs received from recruitment agencies where a formal engagement has not been confirmed and agreed to with our Talent team. In the event that unsolicited CVs are submitted by recruitment agencies, Te Mata Hiko (Contact Energy) reserves the right to contact these candidates directly and consider them for current/future vacancies without any financial obligation to the recruitment agency in question. This will also apply to any CVs sent directly to line managers.