Trainee Traction Electrician

KiwiRail Ltd

Wellington, New Zealand
On-site
High voltage traction substations
High voltage reticulations
400/230 volt systems
As a member of the Traction team you will be responsible for the provision of effective, reliable and efficient day to day operations of all Overhead Traction systems and associated equipment

Job Summary

  • As a member of the Traction team you will be responsible for the provision of effective, reliable and efficient day to day operations of all Overhead Traction systems and associated equipment.
  • The position will include some work on traction overhead systems.
  • Access to join NZ Rail Staff Welfare Trust where you will enjoy a range of benefits including access to holiday homes across New Zealand, as well as support for optometry, physiotherapy, GP services and prescription costs.

Matching Summary

As a member of the Traction team you will be responsible for the provision of effective, reliable and efficient day to day operations of all Overhead Traction systems and associated equipment.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • High voltage traction substations
  • High voltage reticulations
  • 400/230 volt systems
  • Traction overhead systems
  • Work at heights
  • Work outdoors in all weather

Nice-to-have

  • Customer service focus
  • Professional behaviour
  • Proactive approach to wellbeing
  • Team decisions contribution

Key Requirements

  • Registered Electrician with current practicing licence
  • Current class 1 driver’s licence
  • Completed current first aid and CPR course
  • Successfully complete all modules of OJT

Work Rights

Not specified

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