Electrical Fitter
Northpower
Date: 1 day ago
City: New Plymouth, Taranaki
Contract type: Full time
We are excited to announce an excellent opportunity based in New Plymouth, created as a result of work we've secured with Powerco.
The Role:
We are looking for an Electrical Fitter / Electrician to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for installing, constructing, maintaining, and repairing LV and HV electrical equipment and systems.
This position will give you the opportunity to work in a dynamic and varied environment across the electricity distribution, commercial, and industrial market sectors.
In this role, you will:
This isn’t just another electrical fitting job; it’s an opportunity to be part of an exciting new project with Powerco in New Plymouth.
You’ll play a key role in high-voltage and low-voltage electrical systems across various sectors.
In return for your expertise and commitment, you’ll enjoy:
We are looking for an experienced Electrical Fitter/Electrician with a passion for safety and delivering high-quality work.
To succeed in this role, you will need:
Northpower is an electricity and fibre network provider for Whangārei and Kaipara, with more than 60,000 connected customers.
Northpower is one of the largest multi-utility contractors in New Zealand, servicing the needs of clients in transmission, distribution, generation, fibre, renewables, 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 1,400 staff working together across 14 locations to keep the power on and the lights going for our customers
Get in touch!
If you’re looking to take the next step in your career, feel inspired to join a value-based, culture of care and an employer who fosters an innovative environment where professional development is supported direct your profile into our career’s website and search for #Req 1526.
Suitable applicants will be interviewed whilst the advertisement is open. Send in your interest early!
Pre-employment checks may include a criminal history check, drug and alcohol testing, and a medical assessment.
Northpower has an in-house recruitment team who manage recruitment for all our vacancies. If you're interested in a role with us, we would encourage you to apply directly online to us, as we don't accept candidates via agency (unless the role is advertised by the agency at our request
The Role:
We are looking for an Electrical Fitter / Electrician to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for installing, constructing, maintaining, and repairing LV and HV electrical equipment and systems.
This position will give you the opportunity to work in a dynamic and varied environment across the electricity distribution, commercial, and industrial market sectors.
In this role, you will:
- Install, maintain, and repair electrical equipment and systems in electricity distribution, commercial, and industrial networks.
- Joint and terminate LV cables (up to and including 1kV) and assemble electrical panels, junction boxes, ring main units, switchgear, - and transformers.
- Carry out electrical testing and use approved methods to ensure systems are in safe working condition.
- Perform network switching, isolating equipment to carry out maintenance or restore service when competent to do so.
- Ensure that all health, safety, and environmental requirements are met while delivering excellent service to our customers.
- Contribute to the team’s performance, ensuring work is done efficiently and to high standards.
This isn’t just another electrical fitting job; it’s an opportunity to be part of an exciting new project with Powerco in New Plymouth.
You’ll play a key role in high-voltage and low-voltage electrical systems across various sectors.
In return for your expertise and commitment, you’ll enjoy:
- Competitive remuneration (Between $35-$45 per hour)
- A supportive and dynamic work environment
- Opportunities for professional growth and career development
- Access to an in-house well-being program, including Peer Support Network (Kaitiaki) and EAP services
- A range of retail discounts and other benefits
We are looking for an experienced Electrical Fitter/Electrician with a passion for safety and delivering high-quality work.
To succeed in this role, you will need:
- New Zealand Certificate in Electrical Engineering (Level 4) or equivalent
- Current EWRB Practising Licence
- Extensive hands-on experience with HV/LV cable installations, substation maintenance, and switchgear servicing
- Solid background in HV switching, transformer testing, and cable fault repair
- A strong understanding of health and safety procedures, switching protocols, and electrical standards
- A valid Class 1 NZ driver’s licence (Class 2 an advantage)
- Testing and commissioning of 11kV/33kV systems
- Load break switch, auto-recloser, and regulator installations
- Work planning and contractor oversight
Northpower is an electricity and fibre network provider for Whangārei and Kaipara, with more than 60,000 connected customers.
Northpower is one of the largest multi-utility contractors in New Zealand, servicing the needs of clients in transmission, distribution, generation, fibre, renewables, 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 1,400 staff working together across 14 locations to keep the power on and the lights going for our customers
Get in touch!
If you’re looking to take the next step in your career, feel inspired to join a value-based, culture of care and an employer who fosters an innovative environment where professional development is supported direct your profile into our career’s website and search for #Req 1526.
Suitable applicants will be interviewed whilst the advertisement is open. Send in your interest early!
Pre-employment checks may include a criminal history check, drug and alcohol testing, and a medical assessment.
Northpower has an in-house recruitment team who manage recruitment for all our vacancies. If you're interested in a role with us, we would encourage you to apply directly online to us, as we don't accept candidates via agency (unless the role is advertised by the agency at our request
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