The role
As a Trainee Arborist , you will help maintain network reliability by managing vegetation around network assets. Reporting to the Vegetation Supervisor, you will work from our Hamilton depot, serving the Waikato region.
The key responsibility for this position includes, but are not limited to:
Understand the basics of vegetation management
Know how to apply electrical distribution systems practically
Operate chainsaw, brush chipper, and stump grinder
Select and plant trees suitable for power lines
Negotiate with tree suppliers.
What's in it for you?
You will tackle a range of exciting projects and be hands-on in getting the job done. You will proactively support the team and take initiative without needing direction.
The benefits include:
Competitive remuneration with overtime allowance and a range of retail discounts
An in-house well-being programme, a peer support network (Kaitiaki) and EAP services
Life Insurance and group discounted medical insurance
Commitment to professional growth and development
A friendly workplace where people are valued and appreciated
Tailored leadership development in line with our specialised capability framework
Social club and participate in family and social events and activities
Discounted gym membership and a range of retail discounts
Our Ideal Candidate
To succeed in this role, you might have chainsaw and cutting skills, which would be beneficial. Experience with high voltage networks is an advantage but not essential. Familiarity with high voltage networks is preferred, though not mandatory. To be successful in this role, you will also have some of the following skills:
Capability to climb trees and be comfortable working at heights
Arboriculture qualifications and Certificate in Electrical Supply (Vegetation Control)
Safety-focused with Team player attitude
A full clean NZ class 1 driver's licence (Class 2 desirable)
Excellent communication skills with a willingness to be part of a team.
About us
Northpower is an electricity and fibre network provider for Whangarei and Kaipara, with more than 60,000 connected customers. We are 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!
Prioritize your safety and dive into a fulfilling career journey with us! Join a team where people come first and opportunities for growth await. Don't miss out – apply now at our career's website using #REQ1372. Your success story begins here!
Suitable applicants will be interviewed whilst the advertisement is open. Send in your interest early!
Unfortunately, applications from those without the right to work in New Zealand cannot be considered.
Pre-employment checks may include a criminal history check, drug and alcohol testing, and a medical assessment.
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 directly online to us, as we don't accept candidates via agency (unless the role is advertised by the agency at our request).
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