Site Custodian – New Plymouth Solar

Infratec Ltd.; New Plymouth; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy firm in New Plymouth is seeking a part-time Site Custodian to provide maintenance and repair services at the solar farm. The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical aptitude, experience in related fields, and a commitment to safety and efficiency. Join a supportive team prioritizing diversity and sustainability.

Benefits

Supportive work environment

Range of employee benefits

Qualifications

• Experience as a general, electrical, or mechanical labourer with strong mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining safety and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Provide solar maintenance, repairs, and fault response services.
• Conduct inspections and maintenance of mechanical equipment.
• Coordinate site work to optimise subcontractor resources.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Knowledge of industry safety standards

Basic computer skills

Education

Literacy and numeracy level of NCEA Level 1

Trade or related qualification

Job description

Overview

• Join us at the New Plymouth Solar Farm in a part time role!
• Work in a highly safety conscious and awesome team environment
• Join an industry leader in renewable energy

About the business

NewPower Energy Services Ltd (NewPower) and sister company Infratec NZ Ltd design, build, and commission world class renewable energy projects. Our mission is to deliver innovative solutions to provide economic, environmental, and social value to customers, communities, and our shareholders, both now and for the future.

As a company we are passionate about people and the environment, and this passion is not only evident in the project work we do but how we run our business. We are dedicated to improving our sustainability and social impact and ensuring this workplace supports peoples’ wellbeing. We prioritise diversity and inclusivity in our recruitment process and offer a supportive environment to work in, along with a range of great employee benefits.

Responsibilities

As a Site Custodian you will provide solar maintenance, repairs, and fault response services to optimise generation output, while ensuring the reliability of solar assets through inspections and maintenance of mechanical equipment and site facilities, and coordinating site work to optimise subcontractor resources.

Qualifications

• Literacy and numeracy level of NCEA Level 1 is required
• A Trade or related qualification (or progressing towards) is desirable
• Experience as a general, electrical, or mechanical labourer with strong mechanical aptitude
• The ability to work independently while maintaining safety and efficiency
• Knowledge of industry safety standards and basic computer skills

Ready to learn more

We actively value diversity and inclusion, so to start, tell us a little bit about the 'real you' in your application. Check out the position description and apply online with your cover letter and CV, showing us what sets you apart. Demonstrate your track record and share some of your proudest achievements. We can't wait to hear from you.

Applications will be screened as they arrive, and we may move quickly to interview.