Gas Distribution Fitter

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Detail information about job Gas Distribution Fitter . Terms and conditions vacancy

• Leading International Company.
• Great team culture.
• Attractive remuneration & free medical insurance.

Electrix Ltd is a high profile, long term leader in the Australasian electrical and gas contracting markets.  We provide a wide range of services to the power, electricity, gas and industrial and commercial contracting sectors.  Electrix Ltd is also one of NZ's foremost electrical construction and maintenance companies.

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Gas Distribution Fitter within the Capital Works Section of our Gas Maintenance and Capital Works Business Unit based in our Albany Depot. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Construction work of gas mains to client specifications.
• Installing mains and service pipelines, as per job instructions and specifications, and meeting current regulations and standards.
• Ensuring optimal reliability and performance of the client's plant and equipment by completing projects work on time and to requirement.
• Ensuring that work is carried out to required standards and plans, stopping work if unsafe or not to standard, reporting QSE issues that arise and managing risks in the workplace.
• May be required to carry out emergency response activities including participation in the gas division 24 hour call roster. 

Key Skills and Qualifications Required: 

• Knowledge of current regulatory and industry requirements.
• Hands-on experience in the construction, repair and maintenance of natural gas pipelines and associated equipment to industry standards.
• Excellent organisation and time management skills.
• Good interpersonal skills and customer service focussed.
• A team player with emphasis on safety, quality and the environment.
• A minimum of Level 3 National Certificate in network construction, or a relevant equivalent New Zealand Gas Industry qualification.
• A current New Zealand Gas Industry Certificate of Competence.
• Current full New Zealand driver's license.
• Good standard of computer literacy. 

Electrix will offer an attractive remuneration package to the right candidate that includes fully funded medical insurance and generous contributions to KiwiSaver.

Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand. In accordance with the Company's Drug & Alcohol Policy, the successful applicant will be required to undergo a pre-employment drug test and medical.

We prefer online applications. Once you click Apply you will be routed to our career website where you will be required to complete an on-line application. This may take a few minutes. Please contact John Mahony (09) 447 2341 if you have any queries regarding this role.

The close off date is 10th August, however all applications will be considered as they come in.