We are a leading electricitydistribution network company committed to delivering reliable and sustainableenergy solutions to our customers and are currently seeking a talented TraineeNetwork Controller to join our team. The role In this office-based role as a TraineeNetwork Controller, you will role model success in several technical and peoplefunctions such as: - Support the shift Network Controller with maintaining accuraterecords of all calls taken, reported faults, HV switching, system alarms,load control switching, and the location of line staff working on or nearthe distribution system - Monitor the loading of the reticulation system and make necessaryadjustments as required - Allocate fault repair tasks to the faults team and liaise with theInspection Team when necessary - Support the Planning Team with any overflow of workload - Perform any other duties as reasonably required. What's in it for you? - Competitive Remuneration 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 - Opportunity for overtime allowance - Social club and family-centred events including the Northpower WildKiwi multisport event and annual fishing competition - Contribution to vital infrastructure projects that will build thefuture of New Zealand in the energy sector Who we're looking for You may be a qualifiedElectrician looking for a different career pathway, a graduate engineer who hasa keen interest in the electricity distribution industry or someone in anexisting electricity distribution role looking for a new challenge. As aTrainee Network Controller, you will naturally present with great character,have an aptitude in computer literacy, an eagerness to want to learn and workin a team environment. As well as the above, weare looking for people who possess the following: - A good understanding of computer systems - The ability to openly and clearly communicate on a RadioTransmitter or Telephone - Ability to work effectively under pressure and be able to do shiftwork. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills. About us Northpower is an electricity andfibre network provider for Whangarei and Kaipara, with more than 60,000connected customers. We also provide contracting services to our partners –other network owners and operators across New Zealand. We have over 1,300 staff workingtogether across 14 locations to keep the power on and the lights going for ourcustomers. Get in touch! If you're looking for anoffice-based role that gives you the opportunity to learn and move up the ranksto become a qualified Network Controller, we'd love to hear from you. Applications from internationalcandidates or those without the right to work in New Zealand cannot beconsidered. Northpower has an in-houserecruitment team who manage recruitment for the majority of our vacancies. If you're interested in a role with us we would encourage you to applydirectly online to us, as we don't accept candidates via agency (unless therole is advertised by the agency at our request). #J-18808-Ljbffr
