Connections Coordinator Cadet - Palmerston North - NPE-Tech Ltd

Feisst Group; Palmerston North; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

NPE-Tech in Palmerston North is seeking a motivated Connections Coordinator Cadet to join the team. The role offers full training and hands-on experience in administration, customer interactions, and work management systems.

This office-based, full-time position starts March 2026 and provides a pathway into a technical coordination career within Feisst Group. As a cadet, you will learn the Network Ready process, assist coordinators, and gain exposure to scheduling, documentation, and project

Qualifications

• Broad administration experience or strong interest in developing administrative skills.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Customer service with a friendly, positive manner.
• Good computer skills and ability to learn new systems quickly.
• Strong self-organisation, time-management and multitasking ability.
• Ability to work well in a team and autonomously.
• NZ driver's licence.

Responsibilities

• Provide general administrative support to the Design and Delivery teams.
• Learn and support the Network Ready connections process.
• Monitor office and work request inboxes.
• Set up new work requests in the works management system.
• Raise Purchase Orders for project work.
• Answer incoming calls and direct enquiries appropriately.
• Liaise with other Feisst Group branches for administrative support.
• Support Coordinators with scheduling, documentation and project requirements.
• Uphold Health, Safety and Environmental standards.

Skills

Administration

Attention to detail

Communication

Customer service

Computer skills

Time management

Teamwork

Driver's license

Job description

Connections Coordinator Cadet - NPE-Tech (Palmerston North)

NPE-Tech has an exciting opportunity for a Connections Coordinator Cadet to join our team based in Palmerston North. We are an established and reputable local company and part of the wider Feisst Group, offering strong career development pathways and long-term opportunities.

This is a full-time, office-based role, commencing March 2026.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a motivated and detail-focused individual to join our Design and Delivery team as a Connections Coordinator Cadet. This role is ideal for someone starting out in their career or looking to step into the utilities, electrical, or infrastructure sectors.

You will learn our “Network Ready” process, support our coordinators, and gain hands-on experience across administration, customer interactions, and work management systems. As a cadet, you will receive full training and ongoing support to grow into a skilled Connections Coordinator.

Some Key Tasks Include:

• Providing general administrative support to the Design and Delivery teams
• Learning and supporting the “Network Ready” connections process
• Assisting with monitoring office and work request inboxes
• Setting up new work requests in our works management system
• Raising Purchase Orders for project work
• Answering incoming calls and directing enquiries appropriately
• Liaising with other NPE-Tech branches to provide administrative support
• Supporting Coordinators with scheduling, documentation and project requirements
• Upholding excellent Health, Safety and Environmental standards

What We're Looking For:

Candidates with:

• Broad administration experience or strong interest in developing administrative skills
• A high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills - both written and verbal
• Exceptional customer service and a friendly, positive manner
• Good computer skills and the ability to learn new systems quickly
• Strong self-organisation, time-management, and multitasking ability
• The ability to work well in a team and autonomously
• A valid NZ driver’s licence
• Previous experience in a similar industry is beneficial but not essential - training will be provided.

About Us - Our Purpose, Vision & Values

Our Purpose:

To create a legacy that endures.

Our Vision:

Delivering a consistent customer experience to the highest standard.

Our Values - F.E.I.S.S.T

Focus | Excellence | Integrity | Safety | Service | Teamwork

We bring our best, set high standards, own our actions, prioritise safety, delight customers, and create a positive legacy - together.