• Wanting to progress your career but still want to be involved in field works?
• Grow and thrive in an innovative utility network
• Full Medical, Life and Income Protection Insurance

About the role

As a Project Lead, reporting to the Supervisor Maintenance Services you will contribute to the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of the WEL network by supervising, coordinating, and executing projects. Also carrying out routine and reactive work as an Electrical Fitter; providing electrical distribution network repairs, maintenance and construction services for WELs network.

In this role you will:

• Be actively involved in projects from the early planning stages right through to commissioning
• Demonstrate strong leadership skills to encourage and motivate teams to meet set targets and objectives on a daily basis
• Carry out site visit prior to commencement of major jobs to gain insight into the scope of work and any issues that may arise
• Be heavily involved in the delivery of work in the field
• Participate in a 24hr callout roster for 24hr fault response and repair

About you

You will have:

• An NZ Electrical registration as an Electrician/Electrical fitter (this is essential)
• NZQA Level 4 Switching is Desirable
• Electrical industry knowledge in the installation of HV Substation Assets and equipment
• Confidence and maturity to work alone and make important decisions in the field
• An absolute commitment to the safety and wellbeing of yourself and those around you

Staff Benefits

At WEL, we look after our people – with medical, life and income protection insurance, a variety of flexible working options, health and wellbeing initiatives throughout the year and opportunities to develop in your role.

About WEL Networks

WEL Networks is unique. We’ve been serving the Waikato for over 100 years, distributing electricity from the national grid so we can power over 100,000 homes and businesses.

With around 320 employees, we’re proudly based in Hamilton and are owned by the community we work for. We play an important role in the region's economic and social development by identifying and investing in new technologies to future-proof our region – and keep our communities flourishing. Our vision is bold. And our ambition even stronger, especially as we diversify from traditional ‘poles and lines’ to an innovative and sustainable business.

How to Apply

At WEL we value diversity and innovation and want extraordinary people with vision to join us. It is important to us that we get to experience a little bit of the ‘real you’ in your application. Apply now with your CV and please take the time in a cover letter to tell us what really floats your boat – what sets you apart, why you want to be a part of our team and some of your proudest achievements.

We are committed to making sure our people go home safe every day, and with a drug and alcohol-free worksite we will require you to undertake testing before you join us, as well as participating in our annual health assessment programme.

View the full position description for more details and if this opportunity sounds like the right fit for you, please apply!

Although we are really keen to fill this role - it is crucial we find the right fit for WEL, so we are prepared to start interviewing and close applications early or leave the role open until we find the right person.