Protection Technician - Supervisor/Senior

About the role:

We’re looking for a motivated and safety focused technician who takes pride in their workmanship and enjoys working both independently and as part of a team. You’ll thrive in this role if you are technically capable, organised, and comfortable working in dynamic operational environments.

Responsibilities not limited to:

• Providing expertise on testing, commissioning, repairs & maintenance across the power distribution network
• Conducting maintenance tests on high voltage rotating plant
• Conducting acceptance and maintenance tests on distance protection relays
• Capable of carrying out primary and secondary testing
• Fault finding analysis of Substation and Control Systems
• Working to international standards
• Installing/maintaining substation and other high voltage equipment, as per job instructions and specifications, meeting current regulations and standards
• Conducting inspections and servicing tests on control instrumentation and indication hardwired system
• Produce quality assurance documentation
• Managing electricity supply work control systems
• Understand and comply with your obligations under the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 and all associated regulations, standards, and approved codes of practice

Qualifications and Skills:

• National Certificate in Electrical Supply (Power Technician) Level 5 or similar with two years or more post qualification experience
• A tertiary qualification at a polytechnic diploma level is required
• EWRB Practicing License Required
• Hands-on experience in power systems and electrical protection work to industry standards
• A thorough knowledge of current regulatory and industry requirements
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Sound computer skills
• High voltage protection system commissioning experience and confidence to make decisions autonomously
• Possess a valid full and clean NZ driver’s license

What’s on offer:

• Permanent full-time role
• Paying a competitive hourly rate up to $65.00 + Company Vehicle + Relocation allowance
• Ongoing training and career progression
• Based in Auckland or Waikato