About Connetics
With our head office based in Christchurch along with other depots in Cromwell and Tawa, we’re responsible for constructing and maintaining overhead and underground lines and equipment across these locations. Providing such a critical service is no easy task and we know that to be the best, our people need to be connected, safe, and involved.
About the role
We have an opportunity for a registered Electrician/Electrical Fitter with current EWRB practicing licence, who has significant experience in construction and maintenance of high voltage equipment and a background in distribution and supply, as well as an understanding in network protection, and the ability to read and interpret utility plans.
You’ll bring strong written and oral English skills, an open mind, and confidence to bring new ideas to the table. You’ll also be available for some work-related travel – sometimes you’ll have to go where you’re needed to maintain and restore networks.
Skills /Experience
Essential:

• Registered Electrician/Electrical Fitter with current practicing licence
• Level 4 New Zealand Certificate in Electricity Supply (Electrical)
• Demonstrable experience in construction and maintenance of HV equipment and an understanding of network protection is required
• Experience reading and interpreting utility plans
• Relevant network certifications
• Current and valid driver’s licence

Desirable:

• Attainment or study towards Level 5 Qualification in Electrical Supply (Electrical) or equivalent
• Class 2 heavy traffic licence
• Forklift licence

The finer details
Rates/Hours of work:

• Minimum of 40 hours per week

You'll be joining a friendly, tight-knit team who look out for one another and keep each other safe. Our teams are given the flexibility and trust to get the job done, because we understand that when your work environment fits your values and lifestyle, it's a better place to be.
At Connetics, you'll also benefit from:

• Long-service leave
• Health and wellbeing perks, including free confidential counselling, annual flu vaccines, mole checks, biennial mini medicals
• Recognition programmes including in the moment recognition, and team and individual awards
• Career development opportunities such as seminars, training, and leadership development
• Social perks including super cheap rates at our Hanmer Holiday House

Pre-Employment Tests | Medical & Ministry of Justice
Connetics require all successful applicants to complete a pre-employment Ministry of Justice check, a Pre-Employment medical assessment, which includes a Drug and Alcohol test.

Apply nowPermanent Full Time
Job no: IFAN47976
Location: Canterbury Region
Closing Date: Sunday, 22 September 2024