Industrial & Commercial Electrician
Company
Level® Group ANZ
Location
Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
today
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Job Description
Rolleston | Ashburton | GeraldineJoin Canterbury's Leading Industrial Electrical TeamLooking for a change? Join a company where your skills are valued, your career can grow, and no two days are ever the same.Level Electrical is expanding across Canterbury and we're looking for experienced NZ Registered Industrial & Commercial Electricians to join our teams in Rolleston, Ashburton or Geraldine.Whether you're based in Christchurch, Mid Canterbury or South Canterbury, we have opportunities to suit your lifestyle.Working across a wide variety of industrial and commercial sites, you'll be involved in everything from breakdowns and preventative maintenance through to large-scale installations, factory upgrades and automation projects.About The RoleYou'll be responsible for:Industrial and commercial electrical installationsPreventative maintenance and servicingFault finding and breakdown responseFactory upgrades and electrical fit-outsMotor control systems, switchboards and industrial equipmentCommissioning and testing electrical installationsReading electrical drawings and completing job documentationWorking alongside experienced PLC and automation specialists, with opportunities to develop your programming skillsMentoring apprentices and contributing to a strong team cultureWhat You'll BringCurrent NZ Electrical Registration and Practising LicenceIndustrial and/or commercial electrical experienceStrong fault-finding and diagnostic skillsExperience with motor control systems and industrial machineryPLC or automation experience is advantageous but not essentialExcellent communication and customer service skillsFull New Zealand Driver LicenceA positive attitude with pride in producing quality workmanshipWhat We OfferCompetitive hourly rates based on experienceCompany vehicleCompany phoneOngoing technical training and developmentTraining and career progression in PLC programming and industrial automationInteresting and varied industrial and commercial projectsModern equipment and supportive managementLong-term career opportunities across our growing Canterbury businessA team that genuinely values safety, quality and looking after its peopleWhy Level Electrical?Our Industrial & Commercial divisions work across manufacturing plants, food processing facilities, warehouses, commercial buildings, factories and specialised industrial sites throughout Canterbury.We have built our reputation on delivering high-quality workmanship, reliable service and long-term relationships with our customers. Just as importantly, we invest in our people by providing ongoing training, career development and opportunities to grow into senior technical and leadership roles.Whether you're looking to work in the fast-growing Selwyn district, enjoy the lifestyle of Mid Canterbury, or make Geraldine your home, there's a place for you on our team.Apply now with your CV and tell us which location suits you best—Rolleston, Ashburton or Geraldine.Applicants must hold a current New Zealand Practising Licence and have the legal right to work in New Zealand.RequirementsCurrent NZ EWRB RegistrationNZ Drivers LicenseIndustrial Electrical Experience
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