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Waipā Networks

We've been serving Waipā for more than 100 years
Our network reaches more than 60,000 people in Waipā and surrounding areas
We have 111 staff and we're still growing

Our story

Changing the energy game

Electricity is created by power stations all over Aotearoa - it's our jobs to get it to your home.

Waipā Networks owns and operates the lines, transformers and substations that deliver power to more than 60,000 people in Waipā and surrounding areas.

We’re 100% owned by the Waipā Networks Trust on behalf of our customers. Our kaupapa is not shareholders or profit – it’s delivering cost-effective and reliable energy services and solutions to meet the needs of our growing rohe.


Our Values

  • MANĀKITANGA

    We treat our customers and team members the way they'd like to be treated.

  • KOTAHITANGA

    We believe WE is greater than I. We play for the good of the team.

  • TŪTURU

    We speak our truth - doing what is right not what is easy.

  • EXCELLENCE

    We're accountable for our actions and we hold ourselves and each other to a high-performance standard.

  • CHALLENGE

    We constantly strive to ensure the future success of our organisation.

Why work for us?

  • Take Your Career to New Heights

    We offer excellent development opportunities and career pathways.

  • Premium Health Insurance

    We cover all employees, their spouse and their children (under 21).

  • Health and Well-being Benefits

    We provide free annual flu vaccinations and health checks, local gym discounts, fresh fruit and more!

  • Life Insurance

    We provide life insurance cover equivalent to twice your annual base salary.

  • Great Waikato Location

    Based in Te Awamutu, we're just a short commute from Hamilton and Cambridge with free parking on-site. 

About Waipā Networks


Founded in 1924
Co-workers 117

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