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 our Palmerston North 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 suit experienced 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