Keeping the power on in the King Country is what we do, but it’s who we do the work for that is most important to us – our customers and our community. As a community owned business that has been around for close to 100 years, we take pride in our ability to keep our whare, our farms and our businesses powered up, 24/7.
This position sits within The Network Services Team who are responsible for maintaining the safe and efficient operation of our network for our customers. Our focus is to ensure the network meets our customers' needs on a day-to-day basis by utilising all the sustainable technology available in order to do this.
The Role
Based in Te Kuiti, this is a full-time, permanent role, working 40 hours a week Monday to Friday with an hourly rate ranging from $44 per/hour - $50 per/hour dependent on experience. There are opportunities to earn additional income through overtime, allowances and the compulsory participation in the 24-hour callout roster, which is one week in every four weeks, therefore you need to live on the network.
Your main duties will include but not limited to:
- Complete proactive and corrective maintenance as scheduled in work plans
- Maintenance of 230V, 400V, 11kV and 33kV overhead lines and underground cables
- Wiring and servicing of network equipment
- Testing, adjusting and repair of substation equipment
- Secondary wiring, batteries and chargers
- Carry out switching as instructed by Network Controllers to assist in operation and maintenance of the network
- Accurately record completed switching activity into switching logs
- Construct new electrical reticulation in accordance with regulations, standards and policies
To succeed in this role, you must have:
- Level 6 Technical Certificate/NZCE or equivalent
- EWRB electricians’ registration and current practicing licence (minimum EWRB limited registration)
- Minimum of three years’ experience as a power technician and a registered electrician
We are looking for a good all-rounder with knowledge of industry safety requirements, relevant electrical trade competencies, the ability to lift weights up to 20kg, a Class 1 driver’s license, strong problem-solving skills, a positive attitude, advocacy for health, safety, and wellbeing practices, demonstrable customer service experience, and advanced computer skills for testing specific and protection related software.
What we offer:
Job stability, a substantial benefit package that includes, but not limited to medical insurance, paid community and volunteer days, access to discounted fuel, commitment to your training, development and career progression and the ability to live in an area that has a slower pace of life and a reduced cost of living.
Opportunities like this don't come around very often, so if you’ve been thinking about taking the next step in your career and want to be part of a high performing organisation which provides essential services to our community then we look forward to hearing from you.
Fine Print
Safety and wellbeing are integral to every aspect of our business including our recruitment process. For this reason, you will be asked to undertake a Ministry of Justice criminal history check, a pre-employment medical check and alcohol and drug test. You must return a negative alcohol and drug test in order to be considered for this job. It is also a requirement that you must be a New Zealand Citizen or Resident or have a valid working visa to apply for this role.
Please note, applications will be reviewed during advertising period and advertising may close earlier than the date advertised.
