Our Warkworth team is looking for an experienced Team Leader - Line Mechanic to join them and work on the construction and maintenance of overhead electrical lines and underground cables to customer and Network requirements.
The role
Reporting to the Supervisor, you'll walk the safety talk and be responsible for directing a team of people to manage and deliver work safely, positively, effectively and efficiently. You will also provide technical support, scoping and planning assistance as required. The work is varied, and you'll be an integral part of a field-based team. You'll be accountable to:
Play a key part in the construction and maintenance of electrical lines and underground cables to customer requirements.
Provide day-to-day supervision and promote utilization and productivity within your team.
Complete WTC competency assessments as required.
Perform competent audits and quality checks.
Ensure plant and equipment are compliant, in test, in good working order and fit for purpose.
Work with the supervisor/management to plan and agree on work/job objectives.
Scope and price a job effectively and identify environmental and other influencing factors.
What's in it for you?
A role with us will enable you to work within a diverse and collaborative team and a very supportive leadership team. You will get the satisfaction of playing an important part in helping deliver essential services to our communities. Other benefits include:
Opportunity to make this role your own and lead a high-performing team.
Working on multiple projects with plenty of forward work for the upcoming months.
A competitive rate based on experience and knowledge and a range of retail discounts.
Full-time employment of 40 hours per week.
Paid overtime if you are required to work additional hours.
Life Insurance and Group discounted medical insurance with Southern Cross.
In-house well-being program - a Peer Support Network (Kaitiaki), EAP Services.
Development opportunities to grow your career within the business.
A tight-knit group of team members who support each other's growth.
Inclusive work culture focused on safety and excellence.
About you
You'll be working on a variety of exciting projects and may have to do some occasional weekend work. You will have a natural flair for leading a team, building and maintaining effective customer relations, be a self-motivator and take initiative where needed. To be successful in this role, you will also have:
Current NZ EWRB Practicing licence (Line Mechanic) is essential.
NZ Certificate or overseas qualification equivalent to Level 4 (required to work on the Vector Network) or relevant trade qualification.
At least five years' solid experience under your belt with knowledge of electrical principles.
A valid Class 2 driver's licence is essential; Current HT Class 4 licence would be an advantage.
Ability to organise and plan own workload and the workload of others to achieve results.
Demonstrated leadership skills to coach and guide a team.
Strong safety focus with a consistently excellent record on quality standards; pro-actively promote a safety culture in line with legislation and company procedures.
A great work attitude and comfortable being a part of a diverse team in a multicultural environment.
Good communication skills (verbal and written).
Enjoy working in team environments, yet able to work self-directed.
Current Work Place Competency (WTC) as required by the role.
About us
Northpower is an electricity and fibre network provider for Whangarei 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!
This is a great opportunity to join a company that puts their people at the heart of the organisation and is committed to professional development and safety. If this career-defining role interests you, apply now by going to our careers website and search for #Req1321.
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 with us, as we don't accept candidates via agency (unless the role is advertised by the agency at our request).
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