Protection Technician

2 weeks ago


Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand Connetics Full time

Mō mātou - About Connetics
Connetics is a multi-disciplined, multi-regional electrical design, construction, and maintenance business. We maintain and develop electrical infrastructure assets for energy customers throughout Aotearoa.

Connetics has a current turnover of around $100 million, employing approximately 400 people across branches in Wellington, Central Otago, Westport, Paraparaumu as well as our head office and depots in Christchurch.


Mō tēnei tūranga mahi - About the role


Reporting directly to the Supervisor Testing, the position of Test / Protection Technician carries out the testing and commissioning of new and existing equipment, fault finding and repair.

This role may require travel outside the Canterbury region and may be required to be on regular rostered standby.

  • Perform final inspections and livening of both new and preexisting equipment, which encompasses:
  • Testing and commissioning of Substation Electrical Equipment (PT's, CT'S, CB's etc.).
  • Protection testing of pilot wire differential relays.
  • Protection testing and commissioning of Ring Main Units.
  • Testing and commissioning multifeeder protection relays.
  • Regulators testing and commissioning.
  • Testing and commissioning line circuit breakers and controllers.
  • Assist and take responsibility in the commissioning of zone substation protection schemes, including but not limited to Arc Flash, Transformer Protection, Feeder Protection, Line Protection, Bus Zone Protection, and their corresponding equipment.
  • Validate the operability of both new and preexisting equipment.
  • Keep customers and fellow workers informed of the status of the tasks being undertaken.
  • Provide regular updates on job progress to the project manager and supervisor.
  • Conduct maintenance on Zone Substation protection systems.
  • Compose and review Inspection Test Plans (ITPs) for the tasks performed.
This role is based in the Christchurch Office.

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako - Skills /Experience

Essential

  • Diploma or NZCE Electrical (or equivalent)
  • Registered electrician with current practicing licence
  • At least 35 years' experience in protection maintenance testing and commissioning
  • Relevant network operating certificates and competencies
  • Current driver's licence
  • Computer and technology literate
  • Test and commission protection relays, substation equipment, and protection relays using Omicron devices.


At Connetics we understand that when your work environment fits your values and lifestyle, it's a better place to be.

We offer flexibility and a range of employee benefits to ensure everything is in balance. We trust you to get the job done, and we respect the diversity and uniqueness of our people.

At Connetics, you'll benefit from:

  • Longservice leave
  • Health and wellbeing perks, including free confidential counselling, annual flu vaccines, mole checks, biennial mini medicals
  • Recognition programmes including in the moment recognition, and team and individual awards
  • Career development opportunities such as seminars, training, and leadership development
  • Mentoring for professional and personal pursuits from mentors across the CCHL Group
  • Social perks including super cheap rates at our Hanmer Holiday House, family fun events, breakfast events and Social Club gatherings

Pre-Employment Tests | Medical & Ministry of Justice


Connetics require all successful applicants to complete a pre-employment Ministry of Justice check, a Pre-Employment medical test which includes a Drug and Alcohol test.



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