Electrical Fitter

_A very inclusive and accommodating team with a supportive manager_
- _A career with purpose, keeping the power on for our communities_
- _Working for a diverse range of customers which means variety and job security_

**Our Team**
We are 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 Electrical Fitter or Electrician, you’ll be able to communicate confidently and have a great eye for detail. This is a great opportunity to be part of an organisation that has a reputation for excellence and innovation and this role will report to the Supervisor. You’ll be based at our Rotorua Depot and will be a part of an experienced team to construct and maintain electrical equipment to customer requirements in a substation environment.
- You will need to demonstrate the following:
- Carry out prescribed electrical work according to regulations
- Inspecting, fault finding, and defect elimination on HV and LV electrical equipment
- Accurate record-keeping and reporting of the works undertaken
- Identify potential issues and provide effective solutions to recover from setbacks
- Conduct job scoping and planning with accuracy
- Assist with repair and maintenance activities and identify potential problems and solutions to recover from any setbacks

**What’s in it for you**:
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 benefits we offer:
- Competitive Remuneration + Annual Wage Review + Overtime Allowance
- Tool of Trade Vehicle + PPE Gear + iPad + Phone
- In-house Wellbeing Programme + EAP + Time in Lieu + Additional Leave Options
- Discounts on Retail Products + Discounted Medical Insurance
- Job Skill Development + Training for Future Development + Amazing Team

**Who we’re looking for**:

- To be successful in this role, you will also have some of the following skills:
- Experience in 11KV to 220KV Substation Construction or Maintenance is desirable
- Preferably working at height competencies and experience heavy industry & construction type skill set
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics & diagrams
- Experience with isolating and switching HV & LV network systems
- Be a registered electrician with a current practicing licence
- Able to cope with the physical demands of the job and has a strong commitment to health and safety
- New Zealand driver’s licence

**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.**Get in touch**- Pre-employment checks may include criminal history check, drug and alcohol testing and a medical assessment._