Join New Energy to support construction of the Tauhei Solar Farm. Full-time, fixed-term role starting July/August, varying terms of up to 4 months.
About New Energy
As New Zealand’s leading construction provider of high-quality, large-scale renewable energy generation, we partner with similar-minded companies to bring innovation and efficiency to the renewable energy sector. Our vision goes beyond conventional boundaries in pursuit of solutions that redefine industry standards to make projects quicker, easier and more cost-effective for our partner companies to achieve.
Job Description
The Team Leader is responsible for leading and working alongside a crew of General Hands and Operators to ensure daily targets are met safely, efficiently, and to a high standard. This role involves task allocation, on-the-tools leadership, quality monitoring, daily reporting, and ensuring compliance with SOPs and project requirements.
Key responsibilities include:
Lead and work alongside team to meet daily targets safely, efficiently, and to high quality
Motivate team, allocate tasks, and support skills development and cross-training
Monitor quality, ensure compliance with SOPs, specifications, and checklists
Communicate progress, issues, and safety concerns promptly
Operate machinery and use construction tools as required within competence and licensing
Promote a strong safety culture, ensure proper PPE use, and report hazards or near misses
Collaborate professionally with team members, contractors, and management
Desired Skills and Experience
Approachable, positive, and team-oriented
Reliable, punctual, and physically fit for manual tasks
Strong communication and leadership abilities
Proven experience in a similar role
Full NZ Driver License (Class 1; Class 2 required for machinery operation)
Practical problem-solving skills and solid health & safety awareness
Comfortable using construction tools and machinery within your capability and licensing
Additional tickets (e.g. WTR, forklift, first aid, unit standards) and trade or machinery experience are a bonus but not essential.
Missing a few attributes or level of experience that we’re looking for? Don’t let that hold you back.
If you’ve got the right attitude, we want to hear from you! Apply now!
Please note, candidates must have the right to work in NZ and random drug and alcohol testing applies.
For more information, please contact us via email at recruitment@newenergy.nz.
