Cable Jointer — HV/LV Power Distribution Specialist

Northpower; Palmerston North; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety‑driven culture

Market-competitive pay

Life insurance and preventive health

Fitness and well-being programs

Employee discounts

Learning and development

Family-friendly workplace

Job summary

Northpower is seeking a skilled Cable Jointer to install, join, and terminate cables on underground and overhead networks within the energy distribution system in New Zealand. You will test cables, ensure proper isolation and earthing, and collaborate with stakeholders to deliver safe, reliable power to communities.

Ideal candidates hold NZ Certificates for High/Low Voltage Cable Jointer, NZ Electrical Registration, and have 2+ years HV/LV experience, plus a Class 1 NZ Driver’s Licence.

Qualifications

• NZ Certificate in Electricity Supply Cable Jointer – High Voltage Level 4 (or equivalent)
• NZ Certificate in Electricity Supply Cable Jointer – Low Voltage Level 3 (or equivalent)
• NZ Electrical Registration (EWRB) in Electrical Supply or equivalent
• Ideally, at least 2 years of HV and/or LV cable jointing experience
• Class 1 NZ Driver’s Licence

Responsibilities

• Install, replace, and repair underground and overhead electrical distribution systems.
• Joint and terminate cables and assemble electrical panels, junction boxes, ring main units, and transformers.
• Perform cable testing to ensure the correct cable is used and check cable condition before/after work.
• Ensure safety by isolating and earthing before work and removing afterwards.
• Maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure customer satisfaction.

Skills

Cable jointing

Planning & organising

Communication skills

NZ Driver’s Licence

Education

NZ Certificate in Electricity Supply Cable Jointer – High Voltage Level 4

NZ Certificate in Electricity Supply Cable Jointer – Low Voltage Level 3

NZ Electrical Registration (EWRB)

Job description

Northpower is seeking a skilled Cable Jointer to install, join, and terminate cables on underground and overhead networks within the energy distribution system in New Zealand. You will test cables, ensure proper isolation and earthing, and collaborate with stakeholders to deliver safe, reliable power to communities.

Ideal candidates hold NZ Certificates for High/Low Voltage Cable Jointer, NZ Electrical Registration, and have 2+ years HV/LV experience, plus a Class 1 NZ Driver’s Licence.