Arborist/vegetation Cutter

2 weeks ago

Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand North Power NZ Full time
Our team is committed to creating a positive and supportive work environment where collaboration is highly valued.

We are proud to have a leadership team that offers guidance and encouragement to help all team members perform their best work.


The role
As an
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Arborist with Northpower, your main responsibility is to ensure that powerline networks are maintained in the best possible condition. This involves minimizing and eliminating interference caused by trees, climbing and trimming trees, and even dismantling them when necessary. Additionally, you'll be responsible for selecting and planting suitable trees for the power line environment. To perform these job duties, you'll operate chainsaws, bush chippers, and cherry pickers. This role will be reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor to ensure that everything operates smoothly and will be based at our Hamilton Depot.

  • What we offer:
  • Competitive Remuneration + Annual Wage Review + Overtime Allowance
- iPad + Full PPE Gear

  • Internal Kaitiaki/Wellbeing Network + EAP + Time in Lieu + Additional Leave Options
  • Discounts on Retail Products + Discounted Medical Insurance
  • On the Job Skill Development + Training for Future Development + Amazing Team

What's in it for you?
For this role, our Transmission team is seeking an experienced
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Vegetation Cutter with strong leadership skills to act as a role model and mentor for their team.

  • Key responsibilities for the Arborist position include, but are not limited to:
  • Maintain Transmission network with tree and vegetation management
  • Operate chainsaws and brush chippers
  • Select and plant suitable trees for power line environment
  • Negotiate with Tree Suppliers and stakeholders
  • Expert in climbing trees and using elevated work platform
  • Comply with safety and environmental regulations

What we're looking for?
To be considered for this role, you should possess Arboriculture qualifications and prior experience as an Arborist. While experience with high voltage networks is preferred, it is not mandatory.

  • The following qualifications and some additional skills would be beneficial:
  • Level 4 or above Arborist qualification with tool experience
  • Previous experience near high voltage networks advantageous
  • Certificate in Electrical Supply (Vegetation Control) advantageous
  • Ability to climb trees and work at heights comfortably
  • Experience in felling, pruning, rigging, and dismantling trees
  • Full clean NZ class 1 driver's license (Class 2 desirable)
  • Ideal to have Class 2 Truck license
  • Strong physical ability and dedication to safety
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Must be a team player

About us

Northpower is one of the largest multi-utility contractors in New Zealand, servicing the needs of clients in transmission, distribution, generation, fibre and commercial sectors.

We have a reputation for excellence and innovation, providing commercially viable solutions for electrical and telecommunication design, construction, and maintenance requirements.


  • We have over 1,300 staff working together across 14 locations to keep the power on and the lights going for our customers.
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  • Preemployment checks may include a criminal history check, drug and alcohol testing, and a medical assessment._

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