Mechanical Pipeline Technician

Clarus; Manawatū-Whanganui; Hybrid; NZD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extra leave entitlements

Free health insurance

Wellness programme

Job summary

Clarus is seeking a Mechanical Pipeline Technician to join the Southern Field Team, delivering high quality mechanical maintenance on the gas transmission network and coordinating with landowners, contractors, iwi and councils.

The role is based in the lower North Island with a home-based office, requiring travel from Waitotara across to Hastings and Wellington, and participation in a 24/7 on-call roster. A trade qualification and a mechanical mindset are essential.

Qualifications

• Mechanical mindset and trade qualification.
• Ability to manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Understanding of technical drawings, isolations and isolating plant.

Responsibilities

• Undertake high quality mechanical maintenance services on our gas transmission network.
• Take charge and participate in site operations during construction and modification works.
• Authorise and survey the activities of third parties near pipeline easements.
• Assist with pipeline construction, pigging and commissioning.
• Participate in the 24/7 On-Call roster and emergency response.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Relationship management

Education

Trade qualification (mechanical / fitter-turner / automotive / plant maintenance)

Job description

Company Description

Join the Firstgas crew and fill your workday with good energy, great people and a ton of awesome perks.

Mātau roopu ake (About us)

At Clarus you’ll be part of the talented, hardworking team who help safely deliver the vital energy New Zealand needs to thrive today and in the future. We began in Taranaki, but our Rockgas, Firstgas, Firstlight, First Renewables, Flexgas and Gas Service NZ operations now span the length and breadth of Aotearoa — so you’re never far away from our good energy. Clarus is investing in opportunities to develop greener alternatives to natural gas and LPG - like partnering with Ecogas to deliver New Zealand’s first renewable biomethane project, and working with other gas distributors to trial hydrogen blending. We care about the communities where we live and work and are guided by principles of inclusiveness, kaitiakitanga and excellence.

Job Description

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi (About the position)

We’re looking for a Mechanical Pipeline Technician to bring some good energy to the Southern Field Team. This is a fantastic role for someone who loves getting out and about, interacting with a range of stakeholders (landowners, contractors, iwi, local councils) and working on assets of national significance.

• Undertake high quality mechanical maintenance services on our gas transmission network.
• Take charge and get involved in site operations during the construction phase of station or pipeline installation and modifications.
• Authorise and survey the activities of 3rd parties working near pipeline easements.
• Assist with operational services such as pipeline construction, pigging and commissioning.
• Participate in the 24/7 On-Call roster and emergency response.

This role works as part of a team that covers the southern part of our pipeline, from approximately Waitotara, across to Hastings and down to Wellington. This role works in remote locations, either independently or as part of a small team; with your office being home based.

In order to meet our response times, this role will need to be based in the lower north island, including Whanganui, Palmerston North, Levin and across to Hastings.

Qualifications

Ko wai koe (About you)

As well as being an awesome team member who brings a 'can do' attitude and good energy to everything you do, you'll also leverage your relationship management skills to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders

You are mechanically minded with a relevant trade qualification to match (such as mechanical, fitter/turner, automative or plant maintenance trades). You’ll have an understanding of technical drawings, isolations and isolating plant. Electrical experience, permitting and energy sector experience would be a bonus.

An ability to work independently, self-manage, prioritise and proactively communicate is important, along with a full, clean driver's licence. You strive for continuous improvement, developing yourself and others as you share your experiences, particularly with apprentices and your hoamahi.

We're all about finding the right person and supporting you to grow your career.

Additional Information

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou (What’s in it for you)

Yes, the ad says we’re after a Mechanical Pipeline Technician, but we know you’re more than the job you do. At Clarus you’ll get the flexibility, support and encouragement to thrive in all parts of your life. Over and above our competitive pay, you’ll enjoy perks including extra leave entitlements, free health insurance, and an award-winning wellness programme. You can expect your hard work, professionalism and performance to be valued and rewarded. We’ll support your enthusiasm to step up with training and development programmes, and you’ll get to work with other great people in a safe, healthy environment.

• extra leave entitlements
• free health insurance
• an award-winning wellness programme