Cable Jointer

at  North Power NZ

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 enjoy benefits like:

• Competitive remuneration based on experience for full time employment of 40 hours per week +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, a range of retail discounts

• Development opportunities to grow your career within the business

• In-house well-being program- a Peer Support Network (Kaitiaki), EAP Services

• Life Insurance and Group discounted medical insurance with Southern Cross

• A work culture where people are valued and appreciated
• A supportive and inclusive work culture focused on safety and excellence
• Free access to onsite gym and car parking
• iPad+ Smartphone

ABOUT US

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

THE ROLE

Reporting to the Supervisor, you will be working with a friendly team in Auckland to install Network electrical assets including:

• Install, replace, and repair underground distribution assets
• Jointing and termination of distribution assets up to and including 22kV
• Testing and commissioning of 400V distribution installations
• Operate electrical equipment associated with lines up to 33kV/1000kV
• Excavate and reinstate underground cable installation sites
• Install cables, terminations and joints in polymeric and/or paper insulated power cables

To be successful in this role you’ll need to have:

• Demonstrated experience to carry out HV and LV cable jointing, terminating and excavation
• Valid class 1 Drivers Licence
• Minimum 2 years’ experience working as a cable jointer
• Preference will be given to candidates that either hold EWRB registration as a Cable Jointer or have an EWRB limited Cable Jointer Licence
• 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 environmen