Electrician
Visa sponsorship
Trade · Wellington, New Zealand · Full-Time · $25/hr · Visa: Employer sponsored
For UK-trained sparkies who like a mix of work, this full-time Electrician job in Wellington covers maintenance, servicing, repairs, fault finding and installations, with some commercial jobs in the mix. You would join a well-established electrical services team that cares about doing things safely and by the book.
Expect to test systems and work out what needs fixing, read plans and technical information, use test gear and tools properly and leave every work area tidy. You will often work on your own, so problem-solving matters, but you will also deal with colleagues and customers. Sponsorship is available for suitably qualified candidates who meet the employer's requirements.
Spell out your trade certification on your CV along with the maintenance and fault-finding work you have done. Put a Wellington fault-finding electrician CV together with Build AI CV before you apply.
Key Responsibilities
- Handle electrical maintenance, servicing and repairs, and track down and diagnose faults
- Carry out installations in a range of settings, including commercial work when required
- Test electrical systems, identify maintenance or repair needs, and work from plans, specifications and technical information
- Use tools, test equipment and machinery correctly, keeping work safe, compliant, well finished and your area clean and organised
- Work on your own initiative, cooperate with colleagues and give customers professional, reliable service
Requirements & Eligibility
- A qualified electrician holding relevant trade certification
- Proven hands-on experience in electrical maintenance, with strong practical knowledge of repairs and fault finding
- A proven, verifiable employment history
- Commercial electrical experience is advantageous
- Understands electrical safety, compliance and workplace procedures
- Can diagnose problems and resolve technical issues independently, with close attention to detail and a commitment to quality
- Reliable, professional and hardworking, and able to communicate well with customers and colleagues
- Willing to supply documents that support your qualifications and work experience
- Overseas candidates must satisfy applicable New Zealand employment and immigration requirements
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