Electrical Technician

• Make a difference in vocational education
• Use your Electrical trade skills in a varied, hands on role
• Supportive team and positive working environment

We are looking for an experienced Electrical Technician to join our team on a full time, permanent basis. This is a varied and rewarding role supporting teaching and learning across our Woolston Campus. You will work with learners of all ages and stages, from secondary school students exploring trade, to full time students, apprentices, and qualified tradespeople who are upskilling.

You will be part of a collaborative team that takes pride in providing safe, well equipped workshops that support great learning outcomes.

What you will be doing:

• reparing and maintaining equipment and workshops for teaching and project work
• Carrying out scheduled maintenance on plant and equipment
• Ensuring workshops are stocked, organised and ready for use
• Supporting tutors by responding to maintenance and repair needs in a timely way
• Upholding health and safety standards at all times
• Working closely with colleagues to provide efficient and cost effective technical support
• Scope, price & manage electrical project work as required

Ngā Pūkenga Me Ngā Wheako - Skills and Experience

We are looking for someone who brings solid trade experience and enjoys working as part of a collaborative team. Experience in an educational environment is not essential but would be an advantage. What matters most is your hands on practical experience, strong organisational skills, and a sound understanding of health and safety in an operational setting.

• New Zealand Certificate in Electrical Trade (Level 4) or equivalent EWRB recognised qualification
• Current registration and practising licence with the Electrical Workers Registration Board (EWRB) as an Electrician
• Experience in repairs and maintenance of hand tools and testing equipment
• Familiarity with stock control and ordering
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise work
• Sound understanding of health and safety
• Physically fit - due to regular lifting and handling of materials
• A collaborative, practical and solutions focused approach