Civil Worker

Feisst Group; New Plymouth; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

NPE-Tech in New Plymouth is seeking a Civil Worker to join our team. We value team players and a strong safety focus, delivering quality work with a supportive culture.

This role involves operating excavators and trucks, installing ducting, wiring high/low voltage cables, and reading plans to plan work sequences. A NZ driver's license and willingness to pursue an apprenticeship are essential, with preference for STMS/Class 2 and drilling experience.

Qualifications

• Hold a valid NZ driver's license.
• Have the legal right to work in New Zealand (citizen/resident).
• Aptitude for electrical work.
• Motivated to transition to an apprenticeship.
• STMS/Class 2 license and drilling experience are preferable.

Responsibilities

• Operate excavator and tipper trucks for civil, trenching and excavation works.
• Install ducting for power mains and services in accordance with standards.
• Install high and low voltage cables in trenches or ducting.
• Assist Lines personnel with electrical equipment installations per codes and regs.
• Read plans and orders to determine work requirements and sequence of repairs/ installations.
• Operate power/hand tools and other specialised equipment.
• Participate in site and company meetings as required.
• Develop positive working relationships with other employees and clientele.
• Proactively communicate any issues that may hinder completion.

Skills

NZ Driver's License

Right to work NZ

Electrical aptitude

Willingness for apprenticeship

STMS

Class 2 license

Drilling experience

Job description

NPE-Tech is an established, accredited Electrical Contracting company based in Palmerston North, New Plymouth, Tauranga and Hamilton.

We are currently looking for a Civil Worker to join our New Plymouth team.

We are looking for team players and enjoy working in a great team environment. We pride ourselves on our work, delivering on quality and safety within a friendly team environment.

About the Role:

This is an exciting time for our company as we are experiencing strong growth, and this is a great opportunity for staff who want to grow with us. This role will suit experienced Civil Workerwho’s ability to deliver the best services to customers, on time and to the company’s high quality standards.

Key Tasks and Duties

• Operate safely our Excavator and Tipper trucks for general civil, trenching and excavation works
• Install ducting for power mains and services in accordance with relevant standards and design
• Install high and low voltage power cables in trenches or ducting
• Assist Lines personnel with the installation of electrical equipment in compliance with electrical codes of practice, standards and regulations
• Gain understanding of how to read plans, drawings, specifications, and work orders to determine work requirements and sequence of repairs and/or installations.
• Operate power/hand tools and other specialised equipment.
• Participate in site and company meetings as required.
• Develop positive working relationships with other employees and clientele
• Proactively communicate any issues that may hinder the successful completion of a task

Health and Safety

• Take reasonable care that your actions or inactions cause no harm to you or others
• Actively participate in health and safety matters and processes.
• Follow safe working instructions.
• Use protective clothing and equipment as and where required
• Report incidents, accidents, near misses and hazards.

What we are looking for

• Hold a valid NZ driver's license
• Holds the legal right to work in New Zealand or be a New Zealand citizen/Resident
• Aptitude for electrical work
• Motivated to transition to an apprenticeship.
• STMS, Class 2 license and drilling experience are preferable

Why Join NPE-Tech?

• Strong pipeline of work and long-term stability
• Supportive team culture with a strong safety focus
• Opportunities for training, development, and career progression

Apply now and join our Team!