Fire Alarm Technician Trainee Wanted - Aotea Group
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Fire Alarm Technician Trainee Wanted
Aotea Electric Southern is a highly successful, well-established electrical services company
and we are seeking a Fire Alarm Technician Trainee to join our Fire Alarm division.
This position involves a wide variety of work for our high-profile and loyal clients.
As a fire alarm technician trainee, you will be supported with your training to obtain a Fire
Alarm Technician Qualification. This will result in you being involved in a wide variety of
work, and we are seeking individuals who are adaptable and keen to learn.
The successful applicant will offer:
• Willingness to learn and train towards a Level 4 Fire Alarm Technician Qualification,
• NZ Drivers Licence.
• Good communication skills.
• Be able to work autonomously and within a team.
• New Zealand Resident or currently hold a New Zealand work visa.
What we offer our committed employees:
• The opportunity to work within the Aotea Group.
• Competitive remuneration package plus numerous staff benefits
• Excellent support and training
• Opportunities to grow and develop within the company.
• A strong and supportive environment with excellent health, safety & wellbeing
systems.
• A future in an exciting company with the potential to join a staff share scheme.
• Team Social Activities.
If you are hardworking, conscientious, and willing to learn, then we want to hear from you.
Please only apply if you currently reside in NZ, are an NZ resident, or have a permanent NZ
working Visa. This position is based in Dunedin
APPLY NOW with your CV and cover letter to ash.clinch@aoteaelectric.co.nz
Please reply before 27 August 2021 to:
Fire Alarm Manager
Aotea Electric Southern Ltd
PO BOX 922 Dunedin 9054
Email: ash.clinch@aoteaelectric.co.nzAotea Electric Southern Ltd
Fire Alarm Technician Trainee – Position Description
POSITION PURPOSE
To undertake the duties of Fire Alarm Technician Trainee at Aotea Electric Southern Ltd within the Fire Alarm
division.
To provide Fire Alarm services to a wide variety of projects, repairs, and installations.
MAIN OBJECTIVES
1. To train as a Fire Alarm Technician while carrying out assigned work, being new installations, repairs,
fault finding, and testing by the Fire Alarm Manager or delegated representative.
2. To develop and maintain professional relationships with trades staff, other contractors, Clients, and
Aotea Electric Southern Ltd Management.
3. Ensure all work is undertaken to a high standard, compliant, safe, and efficient operation taking into
account the financial goals for each contract/job.
4. To report regularly to the Fire Alarm Manager or delegated representative on progress, in particular
achievement against milestones, potential risks, and the associated risk-mitigating strategies as
required.
RELATIONSHIPS
Reports to: Fire Alarm Manager – Aotea Electric Southern Ltd
Delegated Representative
Supervision of: N/A.
Internal Relationships: CEO, Aotea Group Holdings Ltd
General Manager, Aotea Electric Southern Ltd
All Other Aotea Electric Southern Ltd Management and Staff
External Relationships: Other Aotea companies, Clients/Customers, External Consultants,
Inspectors, Suppliers, and wholesalers
LOCATION
You will perform the work at the location detailed in Schedule 1 of your employment contract being based in
Dunedin.
TREATY OF WAITANGI
Aotea Electric Southern Ltd is committed to its honouring the principles under the Treaty of Waitangi. As an
employee, you are required to give effect to the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi - Partnership, Participation,
and Protection.
HEALTH AND SAFETY
Aotea Electric Southern Ltd is committed to achieving the highest level of wellbeing, health, and safety for its
staff. All employees are expected to take initiative and identify, report, and resolve issues that may cause harm
to themselves or others. As an employee of Aotea Electric Southern, the health and safety of clients and
colleagues, as well as your own, are your responsibility. You are expected to work safely at all times and to actively
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or potential hazards to your manager.
QUALITY AND RISK
Aotea Electric Southern Ltd is committed to the concept of quality improvement. As an employee, you are
required to actively participate in quality improvement and risk management programs, as required.
HOURS OF WORK
The normal hours of work for the position are set out within Schedule 1 of your employment contract.
COMPLIANCE
To assist in ensuring compliance across the following categories
Sub-Contractors engagement
Building Act
Aotea Group of companies Health and Safety Standards
Health & Safety in Employment Act
Current NZ Standards as per the EWRB requirements
Current NZ Safety Wiring Regulations
Current Fire Alarm Standards
Accreditation and quality assurance
Audits
KEY TASKS/ACCOUNTABILITIES
• Key Tasks
o Receiving work as directed by the Fire Alarm Manager or delegated representative
o Carry out Fire Alarm work to a high standard
o To execute effective Time Management, Organisation, and Planning at all times.
o Represent Aotea Group of Companies in day-to-day activities by wearing of correct and
presentable uniform.
o Maintain professional conduct in all areas of project communication both internal and external.
o Assist with enforcing policies and procedures of Aotea Electric Southern Ltd
o Regular Target Setting on individual jobs and reporting to Fire Alarm Manager as required
o Assist with effective material purchasing based on actual requirements
o Assist with completing As-Built documentation and commissioning as required
o Assist with maintaining and enhancing customer relationships
o Assist with developing new customers
o Working alongside separate divisions in a team environment.
o Assist in ensuring stock levels are kept to a minimum and managing stock returns
o Quality Control as directed by the Fire Alarm Manager or delegated representative
o Ensure timesheets are being completed accurately with the correct job numbers and given to Fire
Alarm Manager or delegated representative on a timely basis
o Follow all Aotea Electric Southern Ltd’s policies and procedures
o To ensure that all company property (including vehicles) is kept to a standard in keeping with the
Aotea Group of Companies policies and expectations.
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o Ensuring Health and Safety is carried out as per the Aotea Electric Sothern’s Health and Safety
Policy for all Aotea Staff and sub-contractors
o Ensure you are aware and are complicit with specific site Health and Safety requirements.
o Assist to ensure all Plant is compliant with Health and Safety guidelines
o Undertake all on-site health & safety requirements and liaise with the Fire Alarm Manager
o Carry out toolbox meetings and training as required
• Financial
o Be aware of the financial objectives of any priced work. (i.e. hours, materials, timeframes)
o Report correctly and accurately on accounts/projects as required
The above key tasks will form the basis for assessing performance in the role.
NOTE: This job description has been prepared to assist in the appointment. All Aotea Electric Southern Ltd job
descriptions are subject to review from time to time and may therefore be revised after consultation with the
employee to suit changing service requirements.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
• Work towards creating an environment that:
o Encourages individual actions and contributions
o Values individual effort and innovation
• Behaviour demonstrates cultural appropriateness.
• Builds and maintains productive working relationships.
• Must be able to develop strong client relationships.
• Is goal orientated and can articulate a vision.
Work Experience/Qualifications
• Work towards Level 4 NZ Fire Alarm Technician
• NZ Drivers License
• New Zealand Resident or currently holds a New Zealand Work Visa
• Attention to detail and the ability to read building plans and fire alarm drawings are preferred.
Skills/Knowledge
• Ability to develop effective relationships.
• Performance-driven and outcome focussed.
• Good in the field of oral and written communication.
• Ability to develop rapport with others and to work effectively with teams.
• Have the ability to cope with increased demands, changes to planned work schedules, and greater
challenges
• Show initiative, innovation, and be proactive when dealing with problems and new situations to achieve
acceptable results.
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• Assumes responsibility for personal and professional work education and development.
• Identifies any learning needs and participates in own performance review annually.
• Performs such other duties as reasonably required by the Fire Alarm Manager or delegated
representative in accordance with the conditions of the position.
Problem Complexity
• This position requires the incumbent to be independent and work as part of a team in his/her practice, to
be able to make a decision and to be accountable for those decisions.
• The incumbent is required to utilise sound problem-solving strategies as required
I have read this position description and attached schedules and am agreeable to undertaking the duties and key
responsibilities as outlined.
Employee Date:
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