Distribution Cable Jointer

Ventia; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time permanent employment

40 hours minimum per week

Competitive pay $38–$45 per hour

Training & development opportunities

Career progression opportunities

Canterbury project variety

Job summary

Ventia is seeking an experienced Distribution Cable Jointer to support Canterbury region projects and maintenance, installing and testing underground cables, joining HV/LV systems, and ensuring high safety standards.

You will operate across Canterbury sites, read technical docs, maintain records, and participate in after-hours work as needed. Strong EWRB registration and 2+ years LV/11kV jointing are essential.

Qualifications

• Applicants must hold registration from the Electrical Workers Registration Board as a Cable Jointer.
• At least 2 years of LV and 11kV cable jointing experience.
• Hands-on cable jointing experience to industry standards.
• Class 1 driver's licence or overseas equivalent.
• Physically resilient and able to work under pressure.
• Commitment to zero harm and safety.
• Sound technical knowledge of cables and local networks.
• Strong commitment to health and safety.

Responsibilities

• Carry out HV and LV cable jointing and terminations.
• Install, test, and commission underground distribution network assets.
• Locate and repair cable faults.
• Read and interpret network drawings and technical documentation.
• Complete work in accordance with industry standards and owner requirements.
• Maintain accurate job records and reporting.
• Participate in emergency response and after-hours callouts.
• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety requirements.

Skills

EWRB Cable Jointer registration

LV and 11kV jointing experience

Cable jointing to industry standards

Class 1 Drivers Licence

Physically resilient under pressure

Strong safety focus

Technical knowledge of cables

Health and safety commitment

Job description

About The Role

We are seeking an experienced Distribution Cable Jointers to join our team delivering electricity distribution network projects and maintenance works across the Canterbury region.

About The Role

We are seeking an experienced Distribution Cable Jointers to join our team delivering electricity distribution network projects and maintenance works across the Canterbury region.

This is a hands-on field-based role involving the installation, jointing, termination, testing, commissioning, maintenance, and fault repair of underground electrical cables and associated network assets. You will work across a variety of sites throughout Canterbury and be committed to maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and workmanship.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out HV and LV cable jointing and terminations.


• Install, maintain, test, and commission underground distribution network assets.


• Locate and repair cable faults.


• Read and interpret network drawings and technical documentation.


• Complete work in accordance with industry standards, network owner requirements, and company procedures.


• Maintain accurate job records and reporting.


• Participate in emergency response and after-hours callout work when required.


• Ensure compliance with all Health and Safety requirements.

Minimum Requirements (Essential)

Applicants must have:

• Hold registration (full, provisional or limited) from the Electrical Workers Registered Board (EWRB) as a Cable Jointer


• 2 years experience with LV and 11KV Cable Jointing


• Hands on experience in cable jointing work to industry standards


• Class 1 Drivers Licence or overseas equivalent


• Physically resilient and composed under pressure


• Drive for zero harm and relentlessly pursues safety


• Sound technical Knowledge of cables and local network systems, procedures and standards


• A strong commitment to health and safety

What We Offer

• Full-time, permanent employment.


• Guaranteed minimum of 40 hours per week.


• Competitive hourly rate of $38.00 to $45.00 per hour.


• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.


• Supportive team environment with opportunities for career progression.


• Variety of work across major electricity infrastructure projects throughout Canterbury.

Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand or meet the requirements to obtain the necessary work visa and industry registration. Only suitably qualified applicants will be contacted.

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About Ventia

As a leading services provider, we maintain, operate, and manage the essential infrastructure that makes modern life possible across Australia and New Zealand. With more than 35,000 employees and subcontractors across 400 sites, joining Ventia means becoming part of a team that values its people, supports career growth, and helps everyone go further towards their full potential.

Our commitment to Fairness, Inclusion and Respect shapes how we lead, collaborate, hire and support one another. We welcome applications from people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds, including Māori and Pasifika peoples and people of all genders, identities, sexual orientations, beliefs and caring responsibilities. We are dedicated to providing an accessible recruitment process and encourage you to request adjustments at any stage.