High Voltage Electrician – Drilling Operations (NZ)

Alton Drilling Limited; New Zealand; Hybrid; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration package

Travel and accommodation provided

Ongoing training and development

Job summary

Alton Drilling Limited is seeking a skilled High Voltage Electrician to support exploration drilling operations across New Zealand. This role requires maintenance and repair of electrical systems on drilling rigs, ensuring compliance with safety standards. Ideal candidates will have experience in high voltage systems and a commitment to health and safety.

The position provides a 2 weeks on, 1 week off roster along with travel and accommodation arrangements. Join a supportive culture promoting resourcefulness and genuine relationships as part of our High Voltage Sparky team.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working on high voltage electrical systems.
• Strong commitment to health and safety.
• Physically fit and comfortable working in remote locations.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair high and low voltage electrical systems.
• Diagnose and repair faults on drilling rigs and associated equipment.
• Travel nationwide and work in remote and underground environments.

Skills

Fault-finding

High voltage electrical systems

Health and safety commitment

Education

Registered Electrician with practicing licence

Tools

High Voltage Switching certification

First Aid Certificate

Working at Heights certification

Job description

Alton Drilling Limited is seeking a skilled High Voltage Electrician to support exploration drilling operations across New Zealand. This role requires maintenance and repair of electrical systems on drilling rigs, ensuring compliance with safety standards. Ideal candidates will have experience in high voltage systems and a commitment to health and safety.

The position provides a 2 weeks on, 1 week off roster along with travel and accommodation arrangements. Join a supportive culture promoting resourcefulness and genuine relationships as part of our High Voltage Sparky team.