Trade Assistant - NPE-tech - Palmerston North

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Palmerston North, Manawatu-Whanganui permanent

Posted: May 12, 2026

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Job Description

Trade Assistant – Palmerston North

NPE-Tech is an accredited, well-established Electrical Contracting company with offices in Palmerston North, New Plymouth, Tauranga, and Hamilton. Due to continued growth, we are looking for an experienced Trade Assistant to join our Palmerston North team.

We are seeking motivated team players who want to grow with us, are forward-thinking, and enjoy working in a supportive and safety-focused team environment. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality workmanship while maintaining strong health and safety standards.

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing company with long-term career prospects. The role will suit an experienced Trade Assistant who can consistently deliver quality work, support field crews, and meet customer and company expectations. This role has the potential to lead on to a Line Mechanic or Cable Jointing apprenticeship for the right candidate.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities

Assist Line Mechanics and Cable Jointers with the installation of electrical equipment in compliance with relevant codes, standards, and regulations

Assist with excavator operations, including trenching, minor civil works, ducting, and cable installation

Operate power tools, hand tools, and specialised equipment safely and effectively

Participate in site and company meetings as required

Build and maintain positive working relationships within the wider team

Proactively communicate any issues that may impact the successful completion of tasks

Health & Safety Responsibilities

Take reasonable care to ensure your actions or inactions do not cause harm to yourself or others

Actively participate in all health and safety processes and initiatives

Follow all safe work procedures and instructions

Correctly use personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times

Report incidents, accidents, near misses, and hazards promptly

What We’re Looking For

Current NZ Driver Licence (Class 2 preferable)

Physically fit and enjoys outdoor project work

Legal right to work in New Zealand (NZ Citizen or Resident)

Strong aptitude for civil and electrical work

Motivation to transition into an apprenticeship

Why Join NPE-Tech?

Strong pipeline of work and long-term stability

Supportive team culture with a strong safety focus

Opportunities for training, development, and career progression

Only NZ Citizens and Residents currently residing within New Zealand will be shortlisted for this role.

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