Power Technician

2 weeks ago


Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand WEL Networks Full time

Seeking a skilled Power Technician to provide technical services for repairs, maintenance and construction**:


  • Grow and thrive in an innovative utility network:
-
Awesome range of employee benefits

About WEL Networks


With around 300 employees, owned by and working for the community, WEL Networks has been serving the Waikato for 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.


As the world is going through a period of significant change and adjusting to a new normal, so too is WEL Networks.

With the energy landscape changing at pace, through the acceleration of Electrification, Solar, Batteries, and EVs driving changing customer expectations, we are focussing now more than ever on unlocking our energy potential and realising our vision:
to create and support an innovative and sustainable energy future.


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


Support the reliable and effective operation of the electricity distribution network and associated substations, by providing technical services for repairs, maintenance, and construction.


The person best suited to this position will be a skilled trades person and have a professional approach to customer service.

They will be technically skilled and agile with the ability to plan and organise their days work.

Responsibilities

  • Analyse and repair network protection and control systems
  • Respond to and repair network faults by participating in a 24hour callout roster
  • Maintain and operate the HV Test Bay, including statutory sixmonthly testing of assets and equipment
  • Develop and maintain test procedures for new and existing field devices
  • Undertake control panel construction, wiring, and commission
  • Assist in maintaining the data credibility of the network
  • Contribute to overall performance and development of the unit
  • Acceptance testing and commissioning of substation, ground mount and pole top devices

Skills and experience

  • Registered Electrician / Power Technician with a Technical Certificate / NZCE or equivalent
  • Experience in testing and commissioning substations, overhead and underground field devices
  • Electrical industry knowledge
  • Advanced computer skills
  • Experience in protection relays and control systems
  • 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 Sunday, 02 July 2023
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