Protection Technician

September 12, 2024

Ventia

Christchurch

OTHER & FULL TIME

What’s in it for me?

Stable, full-time, permanent employment
Exclusive Ventia Perks – gain access to Ventia’s employee benefits including Southern Cross Health Insurance and Fuel Discounts.
We look after each other and foster our people’s well-being
Opportunities for career advancement
Positive and supportive work environment

About the role
We are on the hunt a Protection Technician, reporting to the Distribution Manager, you will be responsible for providing testing and commissioning of substation assets with a strong focus around OH&S. You will have a positive attitude with a strong work ethic and desire to work collectively as a team to complete works efficiently.

Other key deliverables are as follows:

Fault finding, installation, testing, programming, maintenance and repair of substation and electrical assets.
Managing substation, transformers and switch gear maintenance, repairs, and installations
Consult manuals, schematics, wiring diagrams, and engineering personnel to trouble shoot and solve equipment
Carry out relevant quality checks and audits

About you

Bachelor in Electrical Engineering or an Electrical certificate or licence
Minimum 5+ years industry experience in power assets
Hold registration (full, provisional, or limited) from the Electrical Workers Registration Board’ (EWRB) as an Electrician or Electrical Engineer
Practical industry related experience is essential
Experience with HV, substation, or power transmission is desirable
Experience working on an electrical distribution network is highly desirable
Demonstrated experience in underground cable testing
Strong communication skills
Strong technical knowledge or industry standards and codes

About Ventia
Ventia is a leading infrastructure services company, operating across Australia and New Zealand. Our clients are the owners and operators of assets that are critical to our local communities. We pride ourselves on working smart, safely and sustainably, harnessing the latest technologies and brightest minds. With a diverse and proud heritage, we have a track record of delivering essential services to the communities in which we operate.

How to apply
Click on the “apply now” button found on this page. For further information regarding this position please contact lisa.speckmeier@skoutsolutions.com

Shortlisted candidates will be asked to undergo a pre-employment medical as well as a police check.

Reference Number 159882

Diversity
Ventia is enriched by the diverse experiences, talents and cultures that our people bring to the organisation, while celebrating and respecting the communities we operate in. We are committed to providing a safe and positive environment that provides equal opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds, including Māori and Pasifika people, LGBTTQIA+, Women, Veterans and spouses and people with disabilities.

We regret to inform you that this job opportunity is no longer available