Electrical Fitter

2 weeks ago

Hamilton, New Zealand WEL Networks Full time

**Experienced Distribution Electrician?**:

- **Grow and thrive in an innovative utility network**:

- **Full Medical, Life and Income Protection Insurance**

**About WEL Networks**

We’re excited to be innovating and upgrading our ever-growing network and future-proofing our region as we diversify from a traditional lines company into a multi-utility; continuing to play an essential role in the Waikato region's economic and social development.

With the energy landscape changing at pace, we are focussing now more than ever on unlocking our energy potential and realising our vision: to create an innovative energy future.

We are looking for skilled, innovative and enthusiastic team members, passionate about supporting WEL into the future.

**About the role**

As an Electrical Fitter, you will join our Substation Maintenance team to provide network maintenance, construction and repair services for WEL’s network.

**Duties**
- Substation equipment installations, and construction, maintenance and repair of the 11kV and 33kV network
- Testing and commissioning electrical equipment
- Cable testing and fault finding
- Participating in a callout roster for 24hr fault response and repair
- Liaising with the control centre, dispatch and operations staff, and other utilities/authorities

**Skills and experience**
- Experienced switching operator
- Extensive technical knowledge and a current electrical registration
- Ability and experience to work independently and unsupervised
- Demonstrate an uncompromising commitment to workplace health and safety

**Staff Benefits**

At WEL, we look after our people - with medical, life and income protection insurance, a variety of flexible working options, 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 take a drug and alcohol test before you join us and participate 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

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