About the role:

We are seeking a qualified Utility Arborist to join our experienced team of Utility Arborists who control vegetation growth threatening the electricity distribution network in the North Canterbury region. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform vegetation trimming around live electricity networks and operate related equipment (e.g., chainsaws, chippers),
• Safely operate vehicles including elevated work platforms and trucks,
• Act as a safety observer near live electrical conductors,
• Read plans and maintain equipment while assisting with manual civil work.

About you:

You’ll be an experienced arborist who is safety conscious, has excellent customer service, strong and physically fit.  You are confident working at heights and have a passion for outdoors.

Additionally, you will have

• 2+ years’ work experience in vegetation control work and undertaking tree work near electrical supply lines,
• Level 3 or 4 National Certificate in Arboriculture,
• Minimum current Class-2 heavy vehicle driver’s licence. Class-4 heavy vehicle driver’s licence and T (tracks) and F (forklift) driver licence endorsements desirable.

MainPower requires all successful applicants to complete a pre-employment drug test.  To apply for this position, you must have New Zealand residency or a valid New Zealand work visa.

What’s in it for you:

We value and support all our employees by offering a ‘family feel’ culture and community focused environment.  We work in a purpose-built modern office and offer our staff free parking on site.  In addition to our wellbeing programmes our teams can access:

• Nine-Day Fortnight Option
• Subsidised Health Insurance
• Subsidised Gym Membership
• Professional Development
• Recognition Programmes

Why work for us:

Our people are critical in ensuring that we deliver on our vision.  At MainPower, we deliver value by providing a safe, secure, and reliable electricity distribution network for our local community.  We are committed to developing a strong workplace culture where people are supported, empowered, and provided the tools required to deliver in their roles.  Our values reflect how we interact with each other, our community, and our customers.

How to apply:

We assess applications as they are received so click "Apply" to submit your application today.

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To make confidential enquiries, please contact Kevin Smith on 027 478 5676

MainPower welcomes people from all backgrounds and walks of life. We are proud to have a diverse and inclusive environment and are committed to providing opportunities for all our people.