Electrician/Signals Technician

NPE-Tech is an accredited established Electrical Contracting company based in New Plymouth, Palmerston North, Tauranga and Hamilton.

We are currently looking for an experienced Electrician/Signals Technician to join our New Plymouth team that wants to grow with us and are forward thinking. We pride ourselves on our work, delivering on quality and safety within a friendly team environment.

About the Role:

This is an exciting time for our company as we are experiencing strong growth, and this is a great opportunity for staff who want to grow with us. This role will suit an experienced Electrician/Signals technician who’s methodical, safety and customer orientated.

Key Tasks:

Carry out Preventative Maintenance on new and existing Signals sites throughout New Plymouth

Installation of new signals and assist with projects

Fault find and carry out repairs on signals as required

Assist with routine maintenance and repairs on Streetlights and associated controls as required

Assist with replacement of streetlighting poles and columns

Fault find and carry out repairs on Variable Messaging Signs

Installation and replacement of Variable Messaging signs and hardware

Carry out testing and commissioning of new installations

Gain understanding of how to read plans, drawings, specifications, and work orders to determine work requirement and sequence of repairs and or installations.

Operate power/hand tools and other specialised equipment.

Participate in site and company meetings as required.

Understand hours allocated for tasks and strive to meet them

Support the companies preferred suppliers and purchasing options

Develop positive working relationships with other NPE Team Members.

Proactively communicate any issues that may hinder the successful completion of a task

Health and Safety:

Comply with company client and legislative processes and procedures

Attend company toolbox and other Health and safety meeting as required.

Complete risk assessments as appropriate for the task.

Report risks incidents, accidents, near misses and hazards.

What we are looking for:

Hold a valid full driver’s license. EWP and Class 2 is preferable.

Hold a valid Electrical qualification.

Aptitude for network distribution electrical work

Demonstrate knowledge of electrical codes and safety practices

Possess the ability to understand plans, schematics and construction standards

We offer:

40 minimum working hours

Overtime available

Competitive wages

Career development opportunities

Employee assistance program Great team culture

To be considered:

Applications from New Zealand Citizens, New Zealand Residents and candidates with a valid work visa already in the country will be considered for this role.

No Offshore candidates will be considered for this role.

Hold the necessary qualifications and years of experience applied to this role

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