Trainee Line Mechanic

Buscojobs; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electrical contractor is seeking enthusiastic individuals for their Apprentice Programme as Line Mechanics. This full-time role, starting in August 2025, offers comprehensive training and the opportunity to work in the electrical distribution sector. Applicants should be motivated team players with a passion for learning and a valid NZ Class 1 Drivers Licence. Enjoy a supportive team environment with various benefits including training, annual leave, and a social club.

Benefits

Paid training and licenses

Long service leave

Onsite staff parking

Reward programs

Active social club

Qualifications

• Committed to ongoing learning and professional development.
• Aspiration to complete the apprenticeship successfully.
• Current and valid NZ Class 1 Drivers Licence required.

Responsibilities

• Join the Apprentice Programme to train as a Line Mechanic.
• Work on installing and maintaining electrical distribution equipment.
• Be part of a friendly and safety-focused team.

Skills

Team player

Positive attitude

Comfortable working at heights

Passion for learning

Motivated to achieve certification

Education

Relevant pre-trade course

NZ Class 1 Drivers Licence

Class 2 NZ Drivers Licence

Job description

We are a leading contractor in the electrical distribution industry responsible for the design, construction, and maintenance of overhead and underground lines and equipment.

We have a large presence in the Canterbury community with a local Christchurch Head Office, so you may already know us, your rangatahi might play sport in a team we sponsor, or you may have seen our Community BBQ kiosk supporting local events.

In addition to our Christchurch location, we are across New Zealand with purpose-built depots in Tawa and Cromwell.

Grow, care, connect - three words that mean a lot around here. At Connetics, we believe in #AllWays Connecting, and we don't just mean people to electricity. For our kaimahi, this means connecting to development and learning to grow your career, making a connection with workplace legends like yourself who become your trusted work partners, and importantly being connected to an employer who cares for you, your family, and our environment.

While the work might be the same at any employer, what makes the difference is who the employer is, who your work mates are, and how you are supported to grow, care, and connect.

The Role

We are seeking enthusiastic, team-oriented people to join our Apprentice Programme to train as Line Mechanics. The role will commence in August 2025.

If you are committed to your ongoing learning and professional development, Connetics will support you in succeeding in this career.

Once qualified, you will be able to work in the distribution sector of the electrical supply industry as a line mechanic, installing, maintaining, and replacing electrical distribution equipment.

You will join a friendly, social team who have a great time together, look out for one another, and are absolutely committed to everyone's safety. The role is full-time (40 hours per week) with the ability to work overtime based on project demands.

Skills & Experience

• Completed a relevant pre-trade course – advantageous but not essential
• Goal to receive your National Certificate in Electrical Supply Industry
• Highly motivated team player with a positive attitude
• Passion for learning and development
• Aspiration to be the best in your field
• Commitment to completing this apprenticeship
• Current and valid NZ Class 1 Drivers Licence (allowing you to drive a manual vehicle)
• Class 2 NZ Drivers Licence is preferable
• Comfortable working at heights

The Benefits

• We provide and pay for all the training and licences you need to do your job (first aid, traffic management, electrical safety, heavy traffic licences, etc.)
• Long service leave from 10 years (and every five years after that!) and additional annual leave (after six years)
• Purpose-built depot filled with all the right gear to get the job done, including onsite supply and staff car parking
• Reward and recognition programmes, annual remuneration review, and regular one-to-ones with your leader to keep the focus on growing your career
• An active social club that will supercharge your connection to great workmates

Pre-employment tests - Medical and Ministry of Justice

Connetics requires all successful applicants to complete a pre-employment medical test, which includes a drug and alcohol test and a pre-employment Ministry of Justice check.

Applications will be reviewed as they come in, so apply today!