2635 Electrician

o Ideal for a qualified electrician wanting to specialise in Emergency Lighting and Fire Alarm systems

o Join a supportive, established fire protection and building compliance business

o Competitive hourly rate, modern technology, and ongoing training provided

o Progression and opportunity for recognised training and qualifications

About the opportunity

Are you a qualified electrician looking to build specialist skills in a growing, essential industry? This is an excellent opportunity to move into life safety work, with a strong focus on Emergency Lighting and Fire Alarm systems.

About Fire Security Services

Fire Security Services (FSS) is a privately owned New Zealand business and a market leader in fire protection and building compliance services. We are committed to keeping people and property safe, and we live by our values of Courage, Pride, Integrity and Ambition.

The role

Based in our Wellington branch, you will carry out prescribed electrical work across a range of customer sites, with a primary focus on Emergency Lighting systems and an opportunity to develop specialist capability in Fire Alarm installation, servicing and remedial work.

This role would suit someone who already has solid electrical experience and is ready to broaden their skill set into the fire protection industry. Fire Alarm experience would be an advantage, but what matters most is that you are motivated to learn, take pride in quality workmanship, and understand the importance of getting life safety work right.

On a day-to-day basis, you will complete new electrical connections, emergency lighting remedial work, servicing tasks, fault finding, and installation support. You will work both independently and as part of a close-knit team, supported by modern systems, company technology and experienced people around you.

• A current EWRB practising licence and NZ electrical registration
• At least three years’ experience as a qualified electrician, ideally with service experience
• Strong understanding of AS/NZS 3000, AS/NZS 2293 and New Zealand electrical regulations
• A full New Zealand driver licence
• Good customer service skills and the ability to communicate professionally on site
• A positive attitude, strong attention to detail, and commitment to doing the job right first time
• Fire Alarm or Emergency Lighting experience would be an advantage, but training will be provided.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test
  
  

What we offer

At FSS, you will be part of a business that provides essential services and takes pride in high standards, customer care and technical expertise. We offer:

• A competitive hourly rate aligned to skills and experience
• Ongoing training and support to develop specialist Fire Alarm capability
• Modern company technology, including iPhone, laptop and up-to-date job management software
• Varied work sites
• A supportive team environment with opportunities to grow your career in fire protection
• Double Cab Ford Ranger ute for the right candidate
  

Ready to specialise?

If you are a qualified electrician who wants to move into meaningful life safety work and develop specialist skills in Emergency