Protection or Power Technician

6 days ago

Rotorua, New Zealand Ventia Pty Limited Full time

Protection or Power Technician

**Date**:12 Aug 2025

**Location**:Rotorua, BOP, NZ, 3015

**Company**:Ventia

**WHAT’S IN IT FOR ME?**
- Work on cutting-edge HV infrastructure projects.
- Be part of a supportive, high-performing team.
- Opportunities for career development and training.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.

**ABOUT THE ROLE**
- Perform secondary injection testing of protection relays and schemes.
- Commission HV protection systems across substations and industrial sites.
- Interpret and work from schematics, wiring diagrams, and test plans.
- Collaborate with engineers and project teams to ensure safe and accurate commissioning.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues in protection and control systems.

**ABOUT YOU**
- EWRB Registration - a must-have or is eligible.
- Proven experience in HV protection testing and commissioning.
- Strong understanding of secondary systems, including CT/VT circuits and relay logic.
- Familiarity with test equipment such as OMICRON (CPC100 + TD12, CMC356, Testrano, CT Analyser, Dirana, Cibano500), VLF, Hipot, SFRA.
- Familiarity with test equipment softwares such as PTM, Test Universe & Frax
- Familiarity with Protection Relays & associated softwares for SEL, Multilin, Siemens, Micom, Beckwith and AVR DECs Relays.
- Excellent communication and documentation skills.
- A commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

**Bonus Points For**:

- Experience with IEC 61850 or digital substations.
- Knowledge of SCADA integration and automation systems.
- Willingness to travel to project sites as needed.

**About Ventia**
- Ventia is a leading infrastructure services company, operating across Australia and New Zealand. Our clients are the owners and operators of assets that are critical to our local communities. We pride ourselves on working smart, safely and sustainably, harnessing the latest technologies and brightest minds. With a diverse and proud heritage, we have a track record of delivering essential services to the communities in which we operate.

**Diversity**
- Ventia is enriched by the diverse experiences, talents and cultures that our people bring to the organisation, while celebrating and respecting the communities we operate in. We are committed to providing a safe and positive environment that provides equal opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds, including Māori and Pasifika people, LGBTTQIA+, Women, Veterans and spouses and people with disabilities.

**How to apply**
- If you are looking to expand your career with a business that rewards and values its employees, please

**Position Reference Number**: 164111

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