Electrician
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Job Location:
Hastings - New Zealand
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
13 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Electrician Full Time
Position Summary
The Electrician is responsible for installing maintaining repairing and inspecting electrical systems across residential commercial and industrial environments. The role requires strong technical capability a commitment to safety and the ability to deliver compliant highquality electrical work in accordance with New Zealand regulations and industry standards.
Key Responsibilities
Electrical Installation & Maintenance
- Install maintain and repair electrical systems including wiring switchboards lighting outlets and power distribution.
- Lay out and run wiring through walls ceilings conduits and cable trays.
- Install and commission fixed appliances such as heat pumps ovens hotwater systems and ventilation units.
- Perform upgrades retrofits and system improvements to meet current standards and efficiency requirements.
Testing Diagnostics & Compliance
- Conduct electrical testing (continuity polarity insulation resistance earthing) using approved instruments.
- Diagnose and repair faults in electrical systems machinery and control circuits.
- Complete compliance documentation including Certificates of Compliance (CoC) and Electrical Safety Certificates (ESC).
- Ensure all work meets New Zealand electrical codes wiring rules and safety regulations.
Control Systems & Automation
- Install and connect control systems including relays timers VSDs and PLCbased controls (where applicable).
- Maintain and service switchboards distribution boards and safety switches.
Collaboration & Communication
- Work alongside builders engineers contractors and other trades to coordinate project delivery.
- Provide clear updates technical advice and recommendations to supervisors or clients.
- Supervise and mentor apprentices or trade assistants when required.
Health Safety & Work Practices
- Follow all workplace health and safety procedures including lockout/tagout and PPE requirements.
- Maintain tidy safe and compliant work areas.
- Report hazards incidents or risks promptly.
- Participate in site inductions toolbox meetings and ongoing competency training.
Tasks and Duties
- Install and commission electrical wiring switchboards outlets and lighting systems.
- Test electrical systems using multimeters insulation testers loop impedance testers and other diagnostic tools.
- Install and terminate data telecommunications and lowvoltage cabling systems.
- Prepare job materials parts lists and coordinate deliveries.
- Maintain tools equipment and testing devices in safe working condition.
- Provide detailed reports on electrical system performance and improvement recommendations.
- Stay current with industry developments technologies and regulatory changes.
Qualifications and Skills
Essential
- Recognised electrical trade qualification or equivalent international certification.
- Current EWRB registration and practising licence
- Minimum three (3) years experience in electrical installation maintenance and repair.
- Strong understanding of electrical theory materials tools and diagnostic equipment.
- Knowledge of New Zealand electrical safety standards and regulations.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings schematics and specifications.
- Strong problemsolving and faultfinding skills.
- Physical capability to work at heights in confined spaces or perform manual tasks.
- Valid drivers licence.
Preferred
- Experience across both residential and commercial environments.
- Familiarity with automation systems VSDs and PLCs.
- Experience supervising apprentices or junior staff.
- Strong communication and documentation skills.
Personal Attributes
- Professional reliable and safetyfocused.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively.
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn new technologies.
- Ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fastpaced environment.
Key Skills
- Low Voltage
- Hand Tools
- Commercial Electrician Experience
- Construction Experience
- Electrical Experience
- Generator Repair
- NEC
- Schematics
- High Voltage
- Programmable Logic Controllers
- Power Tools
- Troubleshooting
