Mō te tūnga - About the role

EECA’s Standards and Technical team is responsible for developing technical information, standards and specifications which influence behavioural and technological change throughout New Zealand.

We are looking for a Technical Advisor to help us with the rollout of an approved products list for solar products and systems. The role contributes to the end-to-end coordination of technical product and application data. This includes collection, verification, analysis and publication.

This would suit someone with a tertiary qualification in a technical field with some technical analysis experience and/or someone who has solar industry knowledge and experience

He kōrero mōu | About you

To be successful in this role, you’ll have:

• The ability to interpret technical specifications

• Experience in data gathering, verification & analysis, and report writing

• Strong communication skills – both written and verbal

• Excellent stakeholder management skills

• A proactive and collaborative approach.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer

An important opportunity to join a government agency with a strong focus on delivery, to do meaningful work with motivated people that has a tangible impact on the lives of New Zealanders.

Access to a well-utilised social club.

An excellent working environment – with a dynamic work culture.

Mō mātou | About us

EECA’s mission is to mobilise New Zealanders to be world leaders in clean and clever energy use. We are Te Tari Tiaki Pūngao – Guardian of the energy. This means we have a responsibility to ensure that all of New Zealand recognises that the energy we save now will be an asset to our future, in a multitude of ways. Our desired outcome is a sustainable energy system that supports the prosperity and well-being of current and future generations.

In order to get there, key strategic objectives are:

• Energy efficiency first

• Empower energy users

• Accelerate renewable energy

You can read more about what who we are at Who we are - About EECA | EECA

Tono ināianei | Apply now

Please find a link to the position description here: Technical Advisor - Approved Solar Products | EECA

All applications must be sent by email and include a CV and Cover Letter to Jacqui Agar at [email protected] Applications close: 11:59pm on 22 March 2026.

Please note: We will be reviewing applications after the closing date and will be in touch as early as possible about status of your application.