Faultperson
Who we are
We own and operate the electricity distribution network that provides South Cantabrians with power. We are proud to be community-owned and connect over 33, 000 customers throughout the region.
Our values of Safety, Accountability, Integrity, and Respect reflect who we are, what matters to us and how we do what we do. We care deeply about people, and strive to empower our people, our customers and our community while innovating for the future and generations to come.
We are considered an essential lifeline service, playing a significant role in our community, contributing to the growth and prosperity of South Canterbury and New Zealand’s transition to a low-carbon economy.
We are in a period of substantial investment and with that comes exciting career opportunities for the right candidates to join our high performing team.
The role
We have an opportunity for an experienced Faultman to join our Faults team providing routine and on call response to events, crises and emergencies in the Alpine Network.
What’s involved
You may be the first person on-site in difficult situations, which requires a calm response and communication with Emergency Services, Alpine Network Control and Alpine Energy Ltd (NETcon) leadership.
- Routine and emergency location and repair of faults.
- Rostered stand-by for 24/7 fault response
- Resolve issues and challenges on-site in varied locations and weather conditions
- Install replace and maintain overhead electricity distribution equipment, including transformers, fuses, switches, circuit breakers, conductors, insulators, terminations and connections etc.
- Be a positive role model of health and safety practices.
- Perform network switching as directed and authorised.
- Carry out metering and retail service work.
- Work as a team ensuring the safety of yourself, work colleagues and the general public.
What you’ll need
To be successful your experience will include a combination of:
• EWRB Registered as either Electrician, Line Mechanic or Cable Jointer.
• Experienced in the electrical distribution and supply industry.
• Preferred or prepared to study towards (NZ Certificate in Electricity Supply Level 4 - (Fault Response), NZ Certificate in Electricity Supply Level 3 (Field Switching) and Transpower Connected Party Operating.
• Residing in New Zealand, with New Zealand citizenship or New Zealand permanent residency.
• Current NZ Driver’s License.
What we offer
We value a healthy work life balance, and our strategy is to promote a holistic employee value proposition to support you to bring your best self to work. We want you to be highly motivated, competitively rewarded and encouraged to bring your ideas to the fore.
We have a genuine commitment to our people, our culture, our community and also like to have some fun along the way. A large part of this commitment is demonstrated in our very active Sponsorship space which seeks to make a meaningful contribution to the upliftment of the region. Being part of the Alpine family means you have the opportunity to be involved in these events and make a lasting impact.
Our ultra-modern offices in Timaru, promote collaboration and productivity, with panoramic views as far as the eye can see. Our Café is stocked with great coffee, interactive games, and an outdoor area for those well-deserved breaks.
Application
If you feel this position is for you and can you see yourself playing a part in empowering South Canterbury’s energy future, apply by submitting a covering letter and CV, telling us why this position should be yours. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. We may begin shortlisting as we receive applications, therefore we encourage early applications as we may withdraw the advertising at any time.
You must hold a current driver licence and have the right to live and work in New Zealand.
Skills & Experience
To be successful your experience will include a combination of:
• EWRB Registered as either Electrician, Line Mechanic or Cable Jointer.
• Experienced in the electrical distribution and supply industry.
• Preferred or prepared to study towards (NZ Certificate in Electricity Supply Level 4 - (Fault Response), NZ Certificate in Electricity Supply Level 3 (Field Switching) and Transpower Connected Party Operating.
• Residing in New Zealand, with New Zealand citizenship or New Zealand permanent residency.
• Current NZ Driver’s License.
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