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NPE-Tech is an accredited established Electrical Contracting company based in Palmerston North, New Plymouth, Tauranga and Hamilton.
We are currently looking for Overhead and/or Underground Line mechanic and or Team leaders to join ourNew Plymouth team
We are looking for team players that want to grow with us and are forward thinking and enjoy working in a great team environment. We pride ourselves on our work, delivering on quality and safety within a friendly team environment.
About the Role:
This is an exciting time for our company as we are experiencing strong growth, and this is a great opportunity for staff who want to grow with us. This role will suitexperienced Line Mechanic and/or Cable Jointers who’s ability to lead a field team and project through to completion, methodical, safety and customer orientated.
Key Tasks:
- Lead a team of field staff with onsite activities and coordinate resources to effectively and safely deliver project work to PowerCo standards
- Receive project handovers from Design/Estimators and provide input into the planning of the project
- Carry out maintenance and asset replacement on overhead and underground distribution network assets as per the local network standards
- Install underground reticulation, cables, transformers, and switchgear
- Replace poles and crossarms on the local network
- Carry out appropriate electrical testing procedures and document electrical tests as required by the various Electrical Regulations and Codes of Practice.
- Deliver jobs as per the allocated man hours and materials planned
- Assist with training apprentice/trainee line mechanics
- Develop positive working relationships with other apprentices and team members
- Proactively communicate any issues that may hinder the successful completion of a task or health and safety of yourself or others
Health and Safety:
- Take reasonable care that your actions or inactions cause no harm to you or others Actively participate in health and safety matters, meetings and processes.
- Follow our Critical Risk framework and associated Safe Work method Statements (SWMS) and other safe working instructions and procedures.
- Use protective clothing and equipment as and where required.
- Report incidents, accidents, near misses and hazards in a timely manner as per company and client requirements
What we are looking for:
- Hold a valid full driver’s license. Class 2 is preferable.
- Hold a valid NZQA level 4 Electrical qualification.
- Aptitude for network distribution electrical work
- Demonstrate knowledge of electrical codes and safety practices
- Possess the ability to understand plans, schematics and construction standards Minimum of 5 years’ experience on a distribution network
We offer:
- 40 minimum working hours
- Overtime available upon request
- Competitive wages
- Career development opportunities
- Employee assistance program
- Great team culture
To be considered:
- Applicants for this position must have the right to work in NZ or be document ready.
- Currently or normally reside in NZ, but we will consider international candidates who are document ready.
- Hold the necessary qualifications and years of experience applied to this role
- Willing to work in different regions or relocate if required
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Works Cordinator / Line Mechanic
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The Top Energy Group operates throughout the Far North, delivering geothermal electricity generation and electricity network operations. Our purpose is to provide affordable and sustainable energy for Far North consumers, which we are achieving by transforming the Top Energy Group into a technology-enabled energy company that generates and facilitates two-way energy flow between renewable energy generators and consumers.
We are currently seeking a Works Coordinator to liaise with customers and electricians for Customer Initiated Works (CIW), new connections, and assist with the planning of CIW works and team management. Install, maintain and repair HV and LV electrical distribution lines and associated equipment, including the provision of emergency repairs and out of hours fault rectification.
This position reports to the Construction Supervisor and is based at our Kaitaia Depot.
Key areas of focus will be:
- Customer Initiated Works projects-applying for shut down requests, monitoring costs, checking and completing paperwork, close out job packs
- Plan and schedule work in conjunction with depot supervisor
- Providing switching application processing and approval services to approved Contractors
- Maintaining and overhauling distribution lines and equipment
- Network fault identification and rectification
- Ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation, standards, work procedures and practices
- Participation in a 24-hour 7 day a week shift roster
To succeed in this role, you will hold a current Practising Licence as an EWRB Registered Line Mechanic, with a thorough understanding of line construction methods, both underground and overhead, and have a comprehensive knowledge of electrical practices. It is essential that you hold a full NZ Driver Licence (an HT Licence would be an added advantage), have no colour blindness and be a competent Hiab Operator and Overhead Switching Operator.
Additional skills and attributes:
- Health and Safety focus
- Excellent communication (written and verbal)
- Team player
- Highly organised and precise
- Customer service focus
We offer successful candidates:
- A competitive salary
- Opportunities for overtime
- Health insurance for you and your family
We have a Drug and Alcohol Workplace Policy. Before any offer of employment is made, the short-listed candidate(s) will be required to undertake a pre-employment medical check, which will include a drug and alcohol test.
Applications Close: 24 Aug 2025
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