Protection Technician, Auckland
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RobLawMax Recruitment

Protection Technician

  • Posted 5d ago
  • On Site
  • Full Time

Up to $64 /hr

Auckland

Job Description

About the Role


We're looking for a motivated and safety-focused technician who takes pride in delivering quality work and enjoys working both independently and as part of a team. To succeed in this role, you'll be technically capable, organised, and confident working in a dynamic operational environment. Strong communication skills, a proactive approach, and a genuine commitment to health and safety are essential.


Responsibilities not limited to:


  • Providing expertise on testing, commissioning, repairs & maintenance across the power distribution network
  • Conducting maintenance tests on high voltage rotating plant
  • Conducting acceptance and maintenance tests on distance protection relays
  • Capable of carrying out primary and secondary testing
  • Fault finding analysis of Substation and Control Systems
  • Working to international standards
  • Installing/maintaining substation and other high voltage equipment, as per job instructions and specifications, meeting current regulations and standards
  • Conducting inspections and servicing tests on control instrumentation and indication hardwired system
  • Produce quality assurance documentation
  • Managing electricity supply work control systems
  • Understand and comply with your obligations under the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 and all associated regulations, standards, and approved codes of practice


Qualifications and Skills:


  • National Certificate in Electrical Supply (Power Technician) Level 5 or similar with two years or more post qualification experience
  • A tertiary qualification at a polytechnic diploma level is required
  • EWRB Practicing License Required
  • Hands-on experience in power systems and electrical protection work to industry standards
  • A thorough knowledge of current regulatory and industry requirements
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills
  • Sound computer skills
  • High voltage protection system commissioning experience and confidence to make decisions autonomously
  • Possess a valid full and clean NZ driver’s license


What’s on offer


  • Permanent full-time role
  • Paying a competitive hourly rate up to $64.00
  • Ongoing training and career progression
  • Based in Auckland or Waikato

Desired Hard Skills

  • Power Systems
  • Fault Finding
  • Electrical Protection
  • Testing & Commissioning
  • Time Management

Desired Soft Skills

  • Communication
  • Teamwork
  • Confidence
  • Organisational Skills
  • Proactive Approach

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