Trainee Cable Test Technician

2 weeks ago


Auckland City, New Zealand North Power NZ Full time

**The role**
reporting to the Supervisor, you will be working within a small team and primarily responsible for the troubleshooting and finding solutions to keep the lines up and running. You will also:
- Assist and carry out routine maintenance, corrective maintenance, project work and fault finding on all associated HV, LV & sub transmission cables and Zone Substations.
- Work on extra high voltage cables at our Transpower Substations.
- Carry out tests on HV, LV and sub transmission cables and associated Network Equipment.
- Conduct routine faults and fault investigation on the Network.
- Perform High Voltage switching tasks within the Vector Network.
- Carry out standard Standby duties as and when required

**What’s in it for you?**
You’ll be working for an organisation that puts its people first and where innovation and adaptation is at the forefront. You’ll also be:
- Provided competitive remuneration + allowances + full PPE gear and equipment. Paid overtime if you are required to work additional hours.
- Tools of the Trade vehicle available if travelling required
- Development opportunities to grow your career within the business.
- In-house wellbeing programme and initiatives including group discounted medical insurance
- Working in a friendly team with a very supportive manager

**Who we’re looking for**
to be considered for this role you’ll need to have:
- Worked as a Registered Electrician/Technician/Cable Jointer or a Linesmen for a minimum of 3 years.
- A valid NZ Drivers Licence.
- A valid EWRB registration as an Electrician (Holding current practising licence)/Cable Jointer/Line Mechanic or a qualification in switching
- Some exposure to Vector WTC’s for switching & permits.
- Sound technical knowledge of cables and local network systems, procedures and standards
- A strong commitment to health and safety
- A team player and ‘can do’ attitude with strong interpersonal skills working in a multi-cultural environment.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Good customer service skills

**About us**
Northpower is a New Zealand owned electricity and fibre network provider for Whangarei and Kaipara, with more than 60,000 connected customers. We are one of the largest multi-utility contractors in New Zealand, servicing the needs of clients in transmission, distribution, generation and commercial sectors.
- With over 1,300 staff working together across 13 locations to keep the power on and the lights going for our customers, we pride ourselves on our excellence and innovation, providing commercially viable solutions for electrical and telecommunication design, construction, and maintenance requirements.**Get in touch


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