The Role:

You’ll be assisting our Civil Team with laying HV cables, joint-bay excavations, construction and reinstatement work. You’ll also:

-Transport materials to and from sites and do site preparation and post-job clean-up

-Carry out hazard identification, underground obstructions and set up safe sites to relevant Safe Work Practices

-Perform manual labouring tasks like excavating, backfilling, equipment and cable installation

-Discuss worksite safety risks identified at the site with the supervisors and project managers and the effective controls to mitigate risks

What We Offer:

A role with us will enable you to work within a diverse and collaborative team with a very supportive leadership team. Other benefits include:
-Competitive remuneration based on experience + full time employment of 40 hours per week +overtime + allowances + full PPE gear and equipment

-Working on multiple projects with plenty of forward work for the upcoming months

-A tight knit group of team members who support each other’s growth

- Opportunity for career advancement within the Utilities industry

- Ongoing training to enhance your skills within the civil area

- Programme and group discounted medical insurance

About You:

You’ll be working on a variety of exciting projects and be someone who enjoys getting stuck in to get the job done. You’re willing to proactively support the team to undertake work activities without being told. To be successful in this role, you will also have:

- A valid driver’s licence (Class 2) WTR endorsements would be preferred

- To be physically fit and be able to lift heavy weights up to 20Kg

- A great work attitude and willingness to be part of a diverse team along with a strong focus to health & safety

-Ability to work calmly under pressure and communicate well

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills

About Us:

Northpower is an electricity and fibre network provider for Whangarei and Kaipara, with more than 60,000 connected customers. We also provide contracting services to our partners other network owners and operators across the North Island. We have over 1,300 staff working together across 13 locations to keep the power on and the lights going for our customers. Due to growth, we are currently looking for a number of Utility (Civil) Workers to join team based in Auckland. This role would predominantly be helping the sub-division and electrical teams with a range of tasks required for a smooth running of field operations.

Apply Now:

If you’re someone who’s up for a challenge, then now’s your chance. We offer the opportunity for long term career growth as part of our talent development and succession planning process. This is your opportunity to step into a project management role where you can make a real impact. You’ll contribute to a culture that values safety, accountability, and continuous improvement. Apply via #REQ1937 New Zealand work rights are required for the role. Pré-employment checks will include a criminal history check, drug and alcohol testing, and a medical assessment.