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HV Electrician

Install and maintain high‑voltage electrical equipment such as substations, transformers and switchgear in Matamata.

Matamata, Waikato, New Zealand
Full Time
Junior (1-3 years)

Job Highlights

Environment
Field

About the Role

Grow your career as a High Voltage Electrician/Electrical Fitter within our team based in Matamata, joining a great team responsible for the installation and technical maintenance of electrical equipment including substations, transformers, switchgear, regulators, and other associated network equipment.

Key Responsibilities

  • installation
  • maintenance
  • substations
  • transformers
  • switchgear
  • regulators

What You Bring

• Hold a relevant EWRB registration and practising licence. • Hold a current Class 1 driver’s licence (Class 2 preferred). • Demonstrate sound knowledge of electrical test equipment, systems and procedures. • Preferably have experience in the electricity distribution industry. • Possess strong verbal and written communication skills. • Have physical stamina for manual work in challenging conditions.

Requirements

  • ewrb licence
  • class 1 licence
  • electrical knowledge
  • distribution experience
  • communication
  • physical stamina

Benefits

• Free access to Marram health care benefits and discounted holiday homes. • Internal promotion encouraged, with training and development offered. • Discounts from numerous NZ businesses on goods and services.

Work Environment

Field

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