Join the Ruakākā Solar Farm project - Multiples Roles Available!
General Hand | Operator | Team Leader + Supporting roles!
About New Energy
New Energy is New Zealand's leading constructor of high-quality, large-scale renewable energy projects. We partner with like-minded companies to deliver innovative, efficient, and cost-effective solar farm solutions across the country.
About the Roles
We're excited to be gearing up to construct the Ruakākā Solar Farm and are looking for motivated people to join our team! Available roles are fixed-term (approx.4-6 months), working full-time hours, Monday to Friday with the occasional Saturday as requested.
General Hand (Entry Level)
Support daily construction activities through hands-on work and teamwork.
Duties:
- Carry-out manual labour (lifting, digging, assembling, etc.)
- Assist with material movement and site preparation
- Operate hand tools
Skills & Experience:
- Physical fitness and reliability
- A great attitude and willingness to learn
- Full NZ Class 1 Licence (preferred)
- Site experience or tickets (advantageous but not required)
Operator
Operate machinery and equipment to support solar farm construction.
Duties:
- Safely operate excavators, tractors, skid steers or similar plant
- Complete pre-start checks and report any issues
- Assist with manual labour tasks as needed
You'll bring:
- Proven machinery experience
- Physical fitness and reliability
- A great attitude and willingness to learn
- Full NZ Class 1 & 2 licence
- Relevant endorsements (WTR, F)
Team Leader
Lead and work alongside a crew of General Hands and Operators to deliver daily targets safely, efficiently, and to quality standards.
Duties:
- Allocate tasks, motivate your team, and lead by example
- Monitor quality, safety, and progress
- Communicate clearly with team members and site management
- Operate tools and machinery (as licenced)
Skills & Experience:
- Leadership experience in construction or civil works
- Strong communication and a safety-first approach
- Physical fitness and reliability
- A great attitude and willingness to learn
- Full NZ Class 1 Licence (Class 2 and or WTR is advantageous)
Supporting Roles
We may be on the lookout for Security or Cleaning staff - yet to be confirmed! If you're interested in either of these entry-level roles, please indicate this in your application.
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!
All candidates must have the right to work in NZ; pre-employment, random, reasonable cause and post-incident drug and alcohol testing applies.
For more information, please contact us via email at recruitment@newenergy.nz
