The role
You’ll be assisting the team to lay network electrical cables, install high voltage equipment and remove redundant equipment. You will have the authority to identify hazards and stop unsafe work from proceeding.
You will also:

• Perform manual labouring tasks like excavating, backfilling, equipment and cable installation
• Effectively manage your own productivity by staying organised
• Carry out hazard identification, underground obstructions and set up safe sites to relevant Safe Work Practices
• Discuss worksite safety risks identified at the site with the team during daily toolbox meetings and assist with the implementation of effective controls to mitigate risks
• Responsible for checking Northpower’s equipment to ensure it is in good working condition
• Transport material and equipment to site in a safe manner

What’s in it for you?
A role with us will enable you to work within a diverse and collaborative team with a very supportive leadership team. Other benefits include:

• Competitive remuneration based on experience, full time employment of 40 hours per week +overtime + allowances + full PPE gear and equipment
• Life Insurance and Group discounted medical insurance with Southern Cross
• Working on multiple projects with plenty of forward work for the upcoming months
• A tight knit group of team members who support each other’s growth
• Opportunity for career advancement within the Utilities industry
• Ongoing training to enhance your skills within the civil area

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

• A range of retail discounts, free access to onsite gym and car parking
• Inclusive work culture focused on safety and excellence
• i Pad & Smartphone

About you
You’ll be working on a variety of exciting projects and be someone who enjoys getting stuck in to get the job done. You’re willing to proactively support the team to undertake work activities without being told. To be successful in this role, you will also have:

• A valid class 1 NZ driver’s licence; Class 2,4,5 would be an advantage
• A minimum of 12 months experience in physical or labouring type role
• Experience working in or around electricity network in NZ preferred but not essential
• Valuable knowledge of Vector’s working requirements and installation standards
• Experience working on the Vector network not essential but an advantage
• Physically fit and be able to lift heavy weights up to 20Kg
• A great work attitude and willingness to be part of a diverse team along with a strong focus to health & safety
• Ability to work calmly under pressure and communicate well and proven reliability

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

Get in touch!
If you're someone who’s up for a challenge, now's your chance! Send in your interest early!

Unfortunately, applications from those without the right to work in New Zealand cannot be considered.

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).