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Work with the people who design, manufacture and test CWS switchboards in Invercargill. Explore workshop, drafting and stores roles, and tell us where your skills fit.

CWS switchboard manufacturing in Invercargill
Working at CWS

See the job through.

Our work brings electrical design, assembly, wiring, finishing and testing together. You can see how the details in a drawing become a finished switchboard.

CWS has manufactured in Invercargill since 1971. The team works across switchboards, powder coating and engraving, with practical knowledge shared between the workshop and office.

Based in Invercargill

Our workshop is at 33 Clyde Street. These roles involve working with the team on site. Discuss the hours, training and responsibilities of the particular role when you enquire.

Workshop, office and stores

Find your place in the team.

Industrial switchboard manufacture

Electrician

Vacancy status: please enquire. Expressions of interest welcome.

Layout, panel construction, wiring and testing of main switchboards, MCCs and distribution boards. Read electrical drawings and work with the manufacturing team.

What to bring
NZ electrician registration, relevant work rights and a current driver licence. Switchboard experience is useful; recent graduates can enquire.

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Learn the trade in the workshop

Electrical apprentice

Vacancy status: please enquire. Expressions of interest welcome.

Develop panel construction, wiring and testing skills alongside experienced tradespeople. Discuss available industry training and study support with us.

What to bring
A practical approach, reliability, willingness to learn, relevant NZ work rights and a driver licence.

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Keep materials moving

Storeperson

Vacancy status: please enquire. Expressions of interest welcome.

Receiving, stock records, picking, despatch and stores organisation. Coordinate with purchasing and the workshop so the right components reach each job.

What to bring
Prior stores experience, attention to detail, relevant NZ work rights, a driver licence, forklift licence and practical computer skills.

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EPLAN and AutoCAD

Switchboard draftsperson

Vacancy status: please enquire. Expressions of interest welcome.

Prepare general arrangements, single-line diagrams, PLC and I/O drawings, motor schedules and distribution sheets. Maintain drawing accuracy and revision control.

What to bring
Electrical drafting or trade knowledge, strong computer skills and attention to detail. Discuss your EPLAN or AutoCAD experience with us.

Ask about availability
Your application

Tell us what you bring.

Email your CV and a short covering note to admin@clivewilson.co.nz. Identify the role you are interested in, your relevant experience, work rights and availability.

Ask the team about current vacancies and the requirements of each role. We can confirm the role details and next steps directly.

Your CV and covering note are provided to CWS for recruitment enquiries. Please send only relevant information. Read how applicant information is handled.

Careers at CWS

Tell us where you fit.

Email your CV and a short covering note. Tell us which role interests you, your experience and availability. We will confirm current vacancies and the next steps.

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