Accredited employerNew Plymouth, Taranaki, NZFull-timePosted 3 days ago

Job Description

NPE-Tech is an established, accredited Electrical Contracting company based in Palmerston North, New Plymouth, Tauranga and Hamilton.

We are currently looking for a Civil Worker to join our New Plymouth team.

We are looking for team players  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 Civil Worker who’s ability to deliver the best services to customers, on time and to the company’s high quality standards.

Key Tasks and Duties

  • Operate safely our Excavator and Tipper trucks for general civil, trenching and excavation works
  • Install ducting for power mains and services in accordance with relevant standards and design
  • Install high and low voltage power cables in trenches or ducting
  • Assist Lines personnel with the installation of electrical equipment in compliance with electrical codes of practice, standards and regulations
  • Gain understanding of how to read plans, drawings, specifications, and work orders to determine work requirements and sequence of repairs and/or installations.
  • Operate power/hand tools and other specialised equipment.
  • Participate in site and company meetings as required.

Develop positive working relationships with other employees and clientele

Proactively communicate any issues that may hinder the successful completion of a task

Health and Safety

Take reasonable care that your actions or inactions cause no harm to you or others

Actively participate in health and safety matters and processes.

Follow safe working instructions.

Use protective clothing and equipment as and where required

  • Report incidents, accidents, near misses and hazards.
  • What we are looking for
  • Hold a valid NZ driver's license
  • Holds the legal right to work in New Zealand or be a New Zealand citizen/Resident

Aptitude for electrical work

Motivated to transition to an apprenticeship.

STMS, Class 2 license and drilling experience are preferable

  • Why Join NPE-Tech?
  • Strong pipeline of work and long-term stability
  • Supportive team culture with a strong safety focus
  • Opportunities for training, development, and career progression
  • Apply now and join our Team!
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