Trainee Cable Jointer

Role overview

Northpower is seeking a Trainee Cable Jointer in Auckland to join the field team supporting the installation, replacement, and repair of underground electricity distribution infrastructure. This is a practical, outdoor role that combines hands-on work with structured training, mentoring, and development opportunities to build the skills needed to become a qualified Cable Jointer.

Core duties

• Support the installation, replacement, and repair of underground distribution cables
• Carry out excavation and reinstatement work for underground cable installation sites
• Complete block courses and required unit standards within the expected timeframes, and successfully pass them
• Help ensure field paperwork, reports, and asset records are completed accurately and on time
• Contribute to meeting customer, company, and regulatory performance requirements
• Communicate clearly with supervisors, teammates, and other relevant stakeholders
• Represent the business professionally and help create a positive customer experience
• Identify ways to improve work methods, safety practices, and personal capability
• Look after company tools, equipment, and PPE
• Consistently follow health, safety, quality, and environmental procedures
• Carry out other reasonable tasks as needed

Health, safety, and environment

Safety is central to this position. You must be prepared to work carefully at all times, halt unsafe work when necessary, follow applicable codes, industry standards, and company procedures, report hazards and incidents promptly, and take responsibility for environmental protection and compliance.

What you should bring

The ideal candidate will have a strong safety mindset, a willingness to learn, and a team-oriented approach. You should be physically capable of manual outdoor work and able to communicate effectively in both written and spoken form. A Class 1 New Zealand driver licence is required.

Preferred background

While not essential, a Class 2 licence, experience working at heights, or prior exposure to construction, utilities, or trade environments would be an advantage.

What’s on offer

This role offers competitive pay, strong support for wellbeing, and opportunities to grow your career within the electricity industry. You’ll have access to an in-house wellbeing programme, the Kaitiaki peer support network, EAP services, life insurance, group-discounted medical insurance, professional development support, a supportive team culture, family-friendly events, discounted gym membership, and various retail discounts.

About Northpower

Northpower is an electricity and fibre network provider serving Whangārei and Kaipara, supporting more than 60,000 connected customers. The organisation is also one of New Zealand’s largest multi-utility contractors, delivering services across transmission, distribution, generation, fibre, renewables, and commercial projects. With more than 1,400 employees across 16 locations, Northpower is focused on keeping power and connectivity flowing for its customers.

Eligibility and checks

Applicants must have the right to work in New Zealand. Employment is subject to pre-employment screening, including a criminal history check, drug and alcohol testing, and a medical assessment.

Additional information

This opportunity is suited to someone who wants to build a long-term career in the electricity sector, learn from experienced professionals, and work toward a recognised trade qualification. A strong work ethic, genuine interest in the industry, and commitment to safety, learning, and teamwork are all important for success in this role.