Power system operator, Kaiwhakamahi pūnaha hiko
Also known as
- Power system coordinator, system coordinator, electricity operations controller, power systems technician
Power system operators control the flow of electricity from generating stations.
Your pay could be
$54K
Lower
$74K to $155K
Most common
$184K
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Your training could be
1-2 years
Power system operators
- usually work shifts, including evenings and weekends
- usually work in offices and control rooms
- may work in noisy and hazardous conditions
- may do physically demanding work
- need to communicate well, identify and solve problems, and work well under pressure
Tasks
- control electricity flow
- monitor systems to keep power stable
- operate energy flow equipment
- adjust controls to balance energy flow
- inspect equipment to ensure it works
- monitor the weather and other external factors
- plan operating steps
- communicate with workers and other power stations
- record operating information
Practical
Investigative
Organised
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You need
- a relevant tertiary qualification in manufacturing, engineering and technology, electrical and electronic engineering and technology, chemical sciences or similar area
- to complete on-the-job training courses
You may need
- a New Zealand Certificate in Electricity Supply (Operation) (Level 4)
- a New Zealand Certificate in Electricity Supply (Network Control) (Level 4)
- a New Zealand Certificate in Energy and Chemical Field Operations (Level 4)
- a New Zealand Certificate in Energy and Chemical Process Operations (Level 5)
- experience in similar work
If you’re in school
You need NCEA Level 3 to do the study or training for this job.
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