Electrical Fitter

Mō te tūranga | What you’ll be doing 

Based out of our Mid Waitaki Hydro Power Stations, Benmore, Aviemore and Waitaki, this role focuses on executing maintenance works and assisting with projects on-site to ensure the continued reliability of our hydro generation assets.  

As an Electrical Fitter, you'll be on the front line of our maintenance delivery and fault response capability by: 

• Repairing, maintaining and installing electrical equipment in accordance with Meridian standards and electrical regulation. 

• Effectively investigate and resolve faults. 

• Achieve and maintain the competencies necessary to hold access permits to apply and remove safety isolations and operate plants under remote supervision from our Generation Control Centre. 

• Maintain a clear understanding of the scope of work for all work undertaken, ensuring assigned work is completed to specification, budget and on time. 

• Manage all documentation relevant to the role, ensuring accurate information is recorded and completed on time. 

• Participate in the on-call roster as required, providing immediate response and resolution to faults and defects. 

• Be responsible for personal, team and public safety, ensuring all safety procedures are followed. 

• Actively identify and mitigate hazards and risks and report them accordingly. 

If you already have experience in these areas, that’s fantastic! If not, don’t worry – we’ll provide training and support to help you develop the skills and certifications you need. What matters most is your commitment to safety, willingness to learn, and enthusiasm for being part of our team. 

Meridian is a NZ-wide operation and there may be the requirement of short periods of travel to suit the operational needs of the business. Additionally, the role involves reactive maintenance and monitoring outside of normal working hours on a rostered basis once trained. 

Financial support is available for relocation.  

Ngā pukenga kei a koe mō tenei tūranga | What you’ll bring 

Essential for the role: 

• Trade or Advanced Trade Cert in Electrical Trades  

• Current Driver’s License 

Great to have (but not required): 

• Demonstrated commitment to Health & Safety practices 

• Knowledge and understanding of Maintenance Management systems 

• Experience in fault-finding control systems 

• Sound knowledge of reading and interpreting electrical and mechanical drawings 

• Some experience with reporting and documentation 

• Experience in Hydro generation