VACANCY MALES CAREERS IN STEAM POWER PLANT OPERATION THE PROSPECTS: Thermal Power Generation is a rapidly expanding industry. New Plymouth station is due to be commissioned in 1973 and larger stations are being planned for the future. To enable the Department to man these new and existing stations it is necessary to recruit staff for training now. Prospects for advancement are very good for people with an aptitude for operating who are prepared to study for the required certificates. Every assistance and encouragement will be given for study. Promotion is on merit (i.e., no rigid seniority system). Gross pay for men in charge of shifts is up to $6OOO p.a. THE JOBS: Initial appointment to be as Assistant Operators for training in the operation of steam power plant. THE PLACES: MARSDEN POWER STATION, 24 miles southeast of Whangarei, adjacent to Bream Bay. Two 120,000 kilowatt boiler turbine-generator units, each rated at close to a million pounds of steam per hour at 1500 p.s.i. and 1000 degrees F. MEREMERE POWER STATION, about 40 miles south of Auckland. Six 300,000 Ibs/hour boilers and seven 30,000 kilowatt turbine-generators operating at 600 p.s.i. and 850 degrees F. WAIRAKEI POWER STATION, four miles from Taupo in an attractive setting. Geothermal installation unique by world standards, with turbo generators of up to 30,000 kw. THE PEOPLE: We are seeking people suitable for training in this work, ana a determination to advance is essential. Marine engineering experience, particularly with tickets, would be of particular interest, as would experience in the operation of large power plants overseas. A desirable standard would be eligibility under Marine Department requirements to sit for the
First-Class Engine Driver’s Certificate, which requirements are broadly: (i) Similar engineering trade experience to that specified for sitting for the Third Class Marine (Steam) Engineers Certificate, or (ii) Two years firing and tending boilers of over 200 h.p. rating while holding a Second-Class Engine Driver’s Certificate. Anyone with experience in boiler operation but not quite meeting the above requirements could enquire as experience in tending and firing large boilers under supervision can be given. THE PAY:
Nominal salary for an Assistant Operator is $3490 p.a. Shift allowances, penal rates, etc., for the shift roster bring gross earnings to over $4500 p.a. Good houses are available for just over s4'per week including power. Usual Public Service annual leave and superannuation conditions apply. Financial assistance given with household removal costs. ENQUIRIES: Will be welcome at N.Z. Electricity Department: AUCKLAND—P.O. Box 2976, or Phone 73-929, Auckland (Mr Lory or Mr Burden). HAMILTON—P.O. Box 445, or Phone 56-069, Hamilton (Mr Chapman or Mr Geelen de Kabath). WELLINGTON—Private Bag, or Phone 51-519 (Mr Stevens). Applications close on December 1, 1971, with the Staff Officer, N.Z. Electricity Department, Private Bag, Wellington. Applicants should use form P.S. 17A which is obtainable from Post Offices, and quote the vacancy number 4565. Only copies of testimonials should be enclosed. 3946 DATABANK SYSTEMS, LIMITED NIGHT SHIFT WORKER A VACANCY has occurred in our output department on a permanent night shift, commencing from midnight to 8 a.m., five days a week. A generous salary, liberal shift, travel and meal allowances will be paid to the successful applicant. For further details applicants should write or telephone for a personal interview with the Centre Manager. The Manager, DATABANK SYSTEMS, LTD, P.O. Box 16082, Hornby. Telephone 499-049. 3766 DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH RECREATION OFFICER CHERRY FARM HOSPITAL THERE IS A VACANCY for a Recreation Officer, Department of Health, Cherry Farm Hospital, near Dunedin. Salary up to $3555 per annum with merit promotion available to $3904 per annum. Duties: Organise and participate in games, sporting activities, etc. Stimulate patients interest and guide them in hobbies and cultural pursuits. The position is suitable for a mature, active and tactful person. A background of psychiatric nursing would be an advantage. There is an allowance of 10 per cent of salary in lieu of overtime and penal time. Hours will be irregular. Applicants holding Diploma of Physical Education or some equivalent qualification desired. Applicants should use form 17A, which is obtainable from any Post Office and quote vacancy No. 4654. Copies only of testimonials should be enclosed and forwarded by December 8, 1971, to: STAFF CLERK, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH, P.O. Box 5013, Wellington. 3487 D.S.I.R. RESEARCH ORCHARD TECHNICIAN, NELSON A PERMANENT position is open for a technician at the D.S.I.R. Appleby Research Orchard. The appointee will conduct experimental work aimed at improving the practice of fruitgrowing in New Zealand. The position is for an active and enthusiastic man in the 18-35 age group. Preference will be given to holder of Dip. Hort., or N.Z. Cert. Science; or to a person fully experienced in orchard work. Starting salary in range $1668-$3904, according to qualifications, with prospects of advance through Technician Salary Scale. A house at low rental is available, after July, 1972, for a married appointee. Applications should be made on form P.S. 17A (obtainable from any Post Office), with all relevant details, to: DIRECTOR, PLANT DISEASES DIVISION, D.S.I.R. Private Bag, Auckland. 3457
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Press, Volume CXI, Issue 32775, 27 November 1971, Page 26
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