Utility Worker

Description

Summary: As a Utility Worker, you'll be involved in hands-on tasks supporting operations, including trench digging, cable and equipment installation, and moving materials, while maintaining a safe and efficient work environment. Highlights: 1. Physically active role requiring strong work ethic and commitment to safety 2. Key part in maintaining a safe and efficient work environment 3. Opportunity to make a real impact and grow your career About The Role: As a Utility Worker, you'll be involved in a variety of hands-on tasks supporting our operations. Your day-to-day work will include trench digging, cable and equipment installation, and moving materials across site. This is a physically active role that requires a strong work ethic and a commitment to safety. You'll also play a key part in maintaining a safe and efficient work environment by identifying hazards, setting up sites in line with safe work practices, and ensuring all equipment is ready for the job. Key Responsibilities: -Carry out hazard identification and always ensure a safe worksite -Identify underground services and obstructions before work begins -Assist with trenching, cable installation, and general labouring tasks -Operate and maintain equipment as required -Work closely with your team to meet project goals and performance targets -Support team members and contribute to a positive team culture -Communicate clearly with your team and supervisors -Represent Northpower professionally when interacting with customers -Take responsibility for your own performance and contribute to team success Experience: -Full Class 1 & 2 driver licence's - Class 4 & 5 and tracks endorsement are advantageous -Truck Loader qualifications are advantageous -A strong safety record and a “safety-first” mindset -Good verbal and written communication skills -Previous experience reading and understanding plans, including underground obstruction layouts What Northpower Offers You: Make real impact across Aotearoa in a stable and futurefocused sector. At Northpower, you'll do work that matters and powers our communities while growing your career in an organisation that genuinely cares for its people. You'll benefit from: -A peoplefirst culture built on safety, inclusion, and deep care, where contributions are recognised and wellbeing is supported through EAP and our awardwinning peer support network (Kaitiaki) -Fair and market competitive pay , with the flexibility to tailor through additional leave and increased employer KiwiSaver contributions - Life insurance and preventative health initiatives (including annual flu immunisations and Mole Maps) -Discounted group medical cover and health and fitness programmes (including Fitness Passport) - Discounted fuel rates plus a range of retail discounts (including Boost, PB Tech and Specsavers) - Ongoing learning and development, with clear career pathways to help you grow, specialise, or progress - A welcoming, familyfriendly workplace where people are encouraged to be themselves and feel valued About Us: Northpower is an electricity and fibre network provider for Whangarei and Kaipara, with more than 60,000 connected customers. Northpower is one of the largest multi-utility contractors in New Zealand, servicing the needs of clients in transmission, distribution, generation, fibre, renewables, and commercial sectors. We have a reputation for excellence and innovation, providing commercially viable solutions for electrical and telecommunication design, construction, and maintenance requirements. We have over 1,400 staff working together across 14 locations to keep the power on and the lights going for our customers Apply Now: If you're looking for work that makes a real difference work, you can be proud of. Northpower offers the opportunity to grow your career while supporting the communities that rely on us every day. Apply now via Req1979 and be supported, challenged, and trusted to do work that truly matters. Suitable applicants will be interviewed whilst the advertisement is open. Send in your interest early. Pre-employment checks may include a criminal history check, drug and alcohol testing, and a medical assessment.