Electrical Fitter

3 weeks ago


Manawatu, New Zealand Downer Group Full time

Downer is committed to delivering excellence by ensuring our people have the environment and the means to be successful. We offer:

Free access to Marram health care benefits and discounted holiday homes
Internal promotion encouraged, training and development on offer
Competitive pay

Te kowhiringa | The Opportunity
Downer Energy works with some of New Zealand's largest asset owners and energy providers including Powerco. We are currently looking for an experienced Electrician/Electrical Fitter who will be working in the Whanganui region.
About the role:
We have an exciting opportunity to grow your career as an Electrician/Electrical Fitter within our team based in Whanganui. You will be responsible for the installation and technical maintenance of electrical equipment including substations, transformers, switchgear, regulators, and other associated network equipment.
You will have to work with key internal staff to understand customer requirements and determine relevant materials, equipment, and labour to be used and estimated cost.
Nga pukenga matua | Important Skills
It is essential that you are an experienced Electrician or equivalent with knowledge of the power industry and can offer:

Relevant electrical registration and practising licence
Current driver's licence (applicable classes)
Both underground and overhead construction skills preferred
Substation equipment knowledge and maintenance skills
Sound knowledge of electrical test equipment, systems, and procedures
Electricity Distribution Industry related experience
Sound verbal and written communication skills
Physical stamina to carry out manual work, often in trying conditions

Ko wai matou | Our Organisation
Want to know more about what it is like to work at Downer? Then copy and paste the following link into your browser: Own Different at Downer (downergroup.co.nz)
Me pehea ki te tono | How to apply

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, click Apply Now to submit your application
We are committed to a safe working environment for everyone - all successful applicants will be required to undertake a pre-employment drug test, medical, and a Ministry of Justice check prior to starting employment. If you need support with this requirement, please talk to our team.

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