Company Description
Contact Energy is one of New Zealand's leading energy companies, committed to creating a sustainable energy future. We operate a diverse portfolio of power generation assets, including geothermal, hydroelectric (hydro), and thermal plants.
Our hydro plants play a crucial role in providing renewable energy to the country. The Roxburgh Dam, which has been operational since the 1950s is currently undergoing a five-year project to replace half of the 60-year-old hydropower turbines.
We also have the Clyde Dam on Lake Dunstan which is the largest concrete gravity dam in New Zealand, capable of producing 432 megawatts (MW) of power from its four turbine generator units.
We're now looking to add a new Gen Tech Assistant to the hydro whanau to help out with a variety of roles to ensure the stations keep pumping (pun intended).
Job Description
Te Whiwhinga mahi | The Opportunity
You'll be the go-to person for all sorts of maintenance mahi at Contact's Hydro sites (this role's based at Roxburgh but you'll need to head up to Clyde when needed). This means you'll be responsible for everything from assisting with overhauls and plant repairs to conducting inspections and cleaning or water-blasting equipment. You will also help with stores as required. The best part, though, is that you'll be operating all sorts of cool gear like cranes and forklifts, and we even had a couple of boats. Training workshops will keep you up-to-date with all the safety rules and regulations. And don't forget, you'll need to chip in with the team, helping out wherever needed and keeping an eye out for any health and safety risks.
You'll also be supervising contractors to ensure everything runs smoothly and meets the plant's operating requirements. Emergency maintenance? No worries, you'll be on it to keep the plant humming. And of course, delivering top-notch customer service to stakeholders is a must whether it's driving duties or suggesting improvements to systems and processes, you'll be a key player in keeping everything shipshape.
Qualifications
Ko wai koe | About You
Its not so much about paper skills here - maybe you love to tutu with cars in your spare time, or enjoy being on the tools but haven't found the right industry yet. Either way, your ability to use your practical skills whilst following our operational and safety guidelines is all we're looking for. Your confidence in working both alone and in team situations will also ensure you fit right in. We’ll also appreciate the integrity and high professional standards you bring to the team.
Additional Information
Additional Information
Contact is not a place you’ll stagnate. We are growing and offer superb learning and development opportunities along with trailblazing policies like Growing Your Whānau, and perks like discounts on Contact Energy products, access to own Contact shares and a bunch of corporate discounts!
He mea nui ngā paki kōrero ki a mātou i Contact, nā reira, mēnā kei a koe tētehi e hāngai pea ana ki tā mātou e kimi nei i tēnei tūranga kei raro iho nei--kei te hiahia mātou kia whakapā mai ai koe!
We are big on stories here at Contact, so if you have one that you think might align with what we are looking for – we would love to hear from you!
Please note, only candidates with the right to live and work in New Zealand will be considered for this role.
Please note, only candidates with the right to live and work in New Zealand will be considered for this role.
Research shows that while men apply to jobs where they meet 60% of the criteria, women and those in underrepresented groups tend to only apply if they tick every box. We're not about box ticking, so if you think you have what it takes but don't meet everything stated above, please still get in touch. We'd love to kōrero.
Te Mata Hiko (Contact Energy) does not accept any CVs received from recruitment agencies where a formal engagement has not been confirmed and agreed to with our Talent team. In the event that unsolicited CVs are submitted by recruitment agencies, Te Mata Hiko (Contact Energy) reserves the right to contact these candidates directly and consider them for current/future vacancies without any financial obligation to the recruitment agency in question. This will also apply to any CVs sent directly to line managers.
What We Do
Contact (contact.co.nz ) is one of New Zealand’s largest energy retailers and generators. We’re committed to building a better New Zealand. We balance our commitment to lowering carbon emissions and producing renewable energy, with maintaining reliable access to energy for our 500,000 customers. We generate electricity from hydro, geothermal and gas and have one of the most flexible generation portfolios in the country.
