Based in Christchurch and with depots in Wellington and Cromwell, we're responsible for constructing and maintaining overhead and underground lines and equipment across these locations.
Providing such a critical service is no easy task, and we know that to be the best, our people need to be connected, safe, and involved.
About the role We are looking for a Test Technician to join our Northern Regional Team, based in Tawa.
In this role, you will construct and maintain electrical equipment and carry out installation, commissioning, acceptance, and maintenance testing of primary and secondary power distribution network equipment, including:
SCADA, protection relay configuration, programming, and testingPanel wiring and communications cabinet constructionUnderground cable testing and cable IDsHV Switching on metal clad switchgearWorking with the following equipment and systems:
battery banks and charge systemsSCADA and protection systemspower and instrument transformershigh voltage power cables, and ancillary service (AC and DC)uninterrupted power supply supplieshigh voltage circuit breakerssingle input protection relaystest instrumentsIdeally you will have the following: EWRB Registration – current Limited or Practicing LicenceConstruction and maintenance of HV Equipment experienceBackground in distribution and supply industryKnowledge of network protectionAbility to read and interpret utility plansSound knowledge of HV electrical test equipment, systems, and proceduresAt Connetics, you'll have more.
More satisfaction, more opportunity, more innovation, more experiences – and more life in a day for the things and people that matter to you.
That's right – we know you have a life outside work, and we expect you to live it every day.
Pre-employment tests - Medical and Ministry of Justice Connetics requires all successful applicants to complete a pre-employment medical test, which includes a drug and alcohol test and a pre-employment Ministry of Justice check.
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