Overseas Worker Certification Programme: Line Mechanic Distribution
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Overseas Worker Certification Programme: Line Mechanic Distribution

This programme will validate a line mechanic’s overseas qualification, industry experience and current competency to be able to carry out work in New Zealand. On successful completion of the qualification candidates will be "work ready" and be able to work safely to industry standards, taking responsibility for their work and work independently whilst ensuring the safety of others. Recommended for anyone who has industry experience in another country and is seeking NZQA formal qualification upon entering the country.

Location:

New Zealand

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Course Overview

Entry Criteria

  • Learners must have at least 2 years’ post qualification experience as a Line Mechanic
  • Learners are required to provide a detailed technical CV and evidence from their past roles
  • Complete an overseas programme application form
  • Must be employed by an electricity provider in NZ
  • Must have a minimum of 3 month’s NZ experience
  • Must hold an EWRB Limited License Registration
Duration
  • 2 x 5 day off-job block courses in succession
Cost
  • Total Qualification Cost $10,990 per learner (ex GST)

Course Details

Program Objectives

  • Apply safe work practices and meet health and safety industry standards in New Zealand when working as a line mechanic
  • Learn about electrical theory and practice
  • Understand electrical supply industry rules, regulations, and work practices
  • Demonstrate installation, maintenance, and inspection practices and procedures of distribution network Lines and associated equipment
  • Operate an elevated work platform
  • Electrical Workers Registration Board (EWRB) capstones included
  • Plant operator and high-risk activity training that meet approved codes of practice
  • Network competency requirements (WTCs) are embedded in the programme
  • Apply best practice of skills
  • On completion, learner will receive a New Zealand Certificate in Electricity Supply (Line Mechanic Distribution) Level 4

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