Cable Locator

About the role

We're looking for a Cable Locator to join our Networks Survey team. This is a field-based role where you'll play a key part in locating underground electrical services across WEL's network, helping protect critical infrastructure and keep people safe.

You'll be out on the network using specialised equipment, interpreting plans and diagrams, supporting fault response work when needed, and working closely with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities include:

• locating underground electrical cables and services accurately and safely
• using specialised service locating equipment and network drawings
• supporting fault response and repair activity when required
• reporting network abnormalities and helping to maintain accurate GIS and as-built information
• planning and coordinating site activities
• working closely with operations staff, control centre, dispatch, GIS, and other utilities.

Your skills and experience will include:

• EWRB registration as an Electrical Services Technician (Level 3)
• electrical industry knowledge, specifically distribution underground systems
• knowledge of industry safety requirements
• the ability to read and interpret diagrams and technical drawings
• electrical safety statutory requirements
• basic computer skills.

Best-in-class benefits

At WEL, we look after our people, and you'll benefit from a powerful package of benefits:

• medical, life, and income protection insurance
• flexible working options - the ability to purchase additional annual leave, 9-day fortnight, and much more
• relocation costs
• an excellent salary package, including annual salary reviews, on-call allowance, and overtime.

We are committed to making sure our people go home safe every day, and with a drug and alcohol-free worksite we will require you to undertake testing as part of your pre-employment health assessment, as well as participating in our annual health assessment programme.

About WEL Networks

WEL Networks is unique. We've been serving the Waikato for over 100 years, distributing electricity from the national grid so we can power over 100,000 homes and businesses.

With around 320 employees, we're proudly based in Hamilton and are owned by the community we work for. We play an important role in the region's economic and social development by identifying and investing in new technologies to future-proof our region and keep our communities flourishing. Our vision is bold and our ambition is even stronger, especially as we diversify from traditional 'poles and lines' to an innovative and sustainable business.

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We actively value diversity, inclusion and want extraordinary people to join us. It is important to us that we get to experience a little bit of the 'real you' in your application.

Please review the position description for more details by copying and pasting this link into your browser: https://www.wel.co.nz/media/hpxefqj0/pd-cable-locator.pdf

Apply online with your cover letter and CV, showing us what sets you apart. Demonstrate your track record and share some of your proudest achievements. We can't wait to hear from you.

WEL offers a competitive package and a supportive working environment. If you feel this position is a good fit for your skills and experience please submit an online application.

Applications will be screened as they arrive, and we may move quickly to interview.