Protection Technician

2 weeks ago


Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand WEL Networks Full time

Experienced technician looking for a new challenge?:


  • Grow and thrive in an innovative utility network:
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Full Medical and Life Insurance

About WEL Networks


With around 300 employees WEL Networks, owned by and working for the community, has been serving the Waikato for over 100 years, distributing power from the national grid, connecting over 160,000 people to electricity services.


Based in Hamilton, we play an essential role in the region's economic and social development by identifying and investing in new technologies that will modernise our network and future-proof our region.

We're excited to be broadening our horizons as we diversify from a traditional lines company into a multi-utility.


We are looking for skilled, innovative and enthusiastic individuals to join our team in supporting the company through this exciting new chapter and into the future.


About the role


As a Protection Technician, you will join our highly skilled team of Technicians within the Substation Services team, in supporting the reliable and effective operation of our network and associated substations.


This role includes the maintaining and testing relays and protection schemes, along with commissioning brand new schemes as part of capital works.


Responsibilities:

  • Assess safety and functionality of secondary systems and schemes
  • Testing and commissioning of remote connected equipment
  • Participate in a 24hr callout roster for 24hr fault response and repair
  • Assist with As building drawings
  • Assist engineering with design of settings/SCADA mapping
  • Liaise with the control centre, NMS Team, engineering, dispatch and operations staff

Skills and Experience:

  • Registered Electrician / Protection Technician with a Technical Certificate / NZCE or equivalent
  • A minimum of 3 years post qualifying experience
  • Experience in testing and commissioning Primary and Secondary equipment
  • Electrical industry knowledge
  • Demonstrate an uncompromising commitment to workplace safety

Staff Benefits


At WEL, we look after our people - from full medical, life and income protection insurance cover, and a variety of flexible working options, to the safest equipment and plenty of upskilling opportunities.

We will also help you with relocation expenses when moving into the Waikato.


We are committed to making sure our people go home safe every day, and with a drug and alcohol-free worksite we will require you to undertake testing as part of your pre-employment health assessment as well as participating in our annual health assessment programme.


How to Apply
View the full position description for more details and if this opportunity sounds like the right fit for you, please apply

**Applications close - 07 July 2023
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