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Maintenance - Electrician

The HermitageNew ZealandNZD 32–NZD 36 / hrPosted 1h ago
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Are you an experienced New Zealand-qualified electrician or appliance engineer looking for something more than just another job? Imagine finishing work and stepping outside to breathtaking alpine scenery, world-renowned walking tracks, star-filled night skies and some of New Zealand's most spectacular mountain landscapes. At The Hermitage Hotel, you'll enjoy the opportunity to work in a unique environment while being part of a close-knit community in the heart of Aoraki / Mount Cook National Park.

We are seeking a motivated and versatile Electrician to join our Maintenance Team and help maintain the essential infrastructure that supports our hotels, airport facilities, staff accommodation and operational equipment.

About the Role
As part of our skilled Maintenance Team, you'll be responsible for the day-to-day electrical maintenance and repair of a diverse range of facilities and plant. This is a varied, hands-on role where no two days are the same. While your primary focus will be electrical maintenance, you'll also assist with general engineering and maintenance tasks across the property, making this an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys problem-solving and working across multiple disciplines.

What you will be doing

Carry out electrical maintenance, repairs and installations across hotel, airport and residential facilities
Diagnose and rectify electrical faults safely and efficiently
Install, test and commission electrical equipment and systems
Read and interpret electrical drawings, wiring diagrams and specifications
Test electrical circuits and ensure compliance with relevant standards
Repair and replace faulty wiring, components and electrical equipment
Assist with lift maintenance, testing and adjustments
Participate in an on-call roster (up to three evenings per week)
Support after-hours fault finding and emergency response activities
Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation
Contribute to fire prevention initiatives and critical incident response
Uphold high standards of Health & Safety at all times
Assist with a variety of general maintenance and engineering duties when required


What you will bring to the role

NZ Registered Electrician with a current practising licence, or suitably qualified Appliance Engineer/Electrical Service Technician
Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills
Experience working across commercial, hospitality, accommodation or industrial environments is advantageous
Practical, hands-on approach with the ability to work independently
Strong planning and organisational skills
Commitment to safe work practices
Ability to work as part of a collaborative team
Full New Zealand driver's licence

The role and benefits

Fulltime, permanent position, minimum 80 hours per fortnight, typically working 7am - 5pm.
Role is roster based, including weekends, and on-call rosters
Pay range is $32.00 - $36.00 depending on qualifications and experience.
Accommodation at reasonable rent including power, and Wi-Fi.
Free access to all activities offered by the Hermitage Hotel after first eight weeks,
Generous discounts on food and beverage, available from your first day on the job.
Discounted hotel accommodation for Friends and Family.
Live in Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park, with stunning surroundings and unparalleled views – a short and remarkable commute to work.
Opportunities to grow, develop and upskill whilst working across a variety of projects and property types.

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