Communication Technician

2 weeks ago


Palmerston North, Manawatu-Wanganui, New Zealand Northpower Limited Full time

The Role:

We are excited to announce an excellent opportunity for a Communications Technician based in Palmerston North, created as a result of work we've secured with Powerco. As a Communications Technician, you'll provide technical management and support, scoping, and planning assistance, ensuring that all works are completed safely and effectively.

In this role, you will:

  1. Provide technical support and expertise for high voltage substation works, ensuring compliance with industry standards and safety procedures.
  2. Work closely with management to plan and scope jobs, identify influencing factors, and ensure tasks are completed on time and within budget.
  3. Deliver technical input for estimating maintenance and capital works, ensuring accurate pricing and efficient planning.
  4. Lead and supervise teams, ensuring safety, productivity, and the highest quality of work.
  5. Promote continuous improvement through process enhancements, efficiency gains, and safety measures.
  6. Be accountable for Northpower property and ensure that equipment and PPE are well-maintained, compliant, and fit for purpose.
  7. Uphold and comply with Northpower's health, safety, quality, and environmental standards, while proactively addressing risks and issues.

What's in it for you?
  1. Competitive remuneration to match your skills and experience.
  2. Play a key role in a significant project with Powerco, contributing to its success.
  3. Opportunities for professional development and career growth within one of New Zealand's largest multi-utility contractors.
  4. Access to an in-house well-being program, including Peer Support Network (Kaitiaki) and EAP services.
  5. A range of retail discounts and other employee benefits.
About You:

We are looking for a motivated, safety-focused individual with technical expertise in high voltage substation environments.

To succeed in this role, you will need:
  1. Proven technical experience in high voltage substation work.
  2. Strong knowledge of safety standards, codes of practice, and industry requirements.
  3. Strong leadership and team-working abilities.
  4. Computer literacy in Microsoft Word and Excel.
  5. Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
  6. A current NZ Driver's license and current Work Place Competency (WTC) as required by the role.
About us

Northpower is an electricity and fibre network provider for Whangārei and Kaipara, with more than 60,000 connected customers. Northpower is one of the largest multi-utility contractors in New Zealand, servicing the needs of clients in transmission, distribution, generation, fibre, renewables, 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 1,400 staff working together across 14 locations to keep the power on and the lights going for our customers.

Get in touch

If you're looking to take the next step in your career, feel inspired to join a value-based culture of care and an employer who fosters an innovative environment where professional development is supported. Direct your profile into our career's website and search for #Req 1546.

Suitable applicants will be interviewed whilst the advertisement is open. Send in your interest early Pre-employment checks may include a criminal history check, drug and alcohol testing, and a medical assessment. Northpower has an in-house recruitment team who manage recruitment for all our vacancies. If you're interested in a role with us, we would encourage you to apply directly online to us, as we don't accept candidates via agency (unless the role is advertised by the agency at our request).
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