Distribution Line Mechanic

Ventia; Te Kowhai; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Career Development

Training Opportunities

Team Environment

Community Impact

Job summary

Ventia in Waikato seeks two Registered Distribution Line Mechanics to lead crews in installation, maintenance and repair of overhead and underground distribution assets. You will mentor apprentices, manage safety, and deliver high-standard work on de-energised networks.

The role requires a minimum of 5 years' experience, strong safety practices, and the ability to interpret plans and technical information. A NZ Driver's licence is essential and cable jointing experience is highly desirable.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience as a Registered Distribution Line Mechanic.
• Experience in de-energised line work and underground cabling.
• Sound knowledge of electricity distribution industry health and safety practices.
• Ability to interpret plans, specifications, and technical information.
• Physical fitness for climbing, lifting, and working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• NZ Driver's licence.
• Cable jointing experience or training is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support crews carrying out de-energised network construction and maintenance activities.
• Pole erection, structure replacement, cross-arm changes, and conductor jointing.
• Overhead line construction and maintenance from 240V to 33KV.
• Underground cable installation, maintenance, and civil coordination.
• Site risk assessments, tailgate meetings, and worksite safety leadership.
• Equipment, vehicle, and plant maintenance.
• Mentoring apprentices and developing team capability.
• Emergency response and after-hours standby rosters when required.
• Delivering work in line with company, client, and industry standards.

Skills

Registered Distribution Line Mechanic

De-energised line work

Underground cabling

Health & safety practices

Plans/specs interpretation

Physical fitness

NZ Driver's licence

Cable jointing

Job description

Ventia is on the hunt for TWO Registered Distribution Line Mechanic's looking to take the lead on critical network infrastructure projects? Join our team in Waikato and play a key role in delivering safe, reliable electricity distribution services across the region. This role is responsible for leading crews in the installation, maintenance, and repair of overhead and underground distribution assets while ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest industry standards.

What's In It For You

• Competitive pay rate + Southern Cross Health Insurance
• Opportunity to work on essential network infrastructure projects
• Career development and ongoing training opportunities
• Supportive team environment focused on safety and wellbeing
• The opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to your community through safe and reliable network servicesul contribution to your community through safe and reliable network services

About The Role

As a Distribution Line Mechanic, you will lead and support crews carrying out de-energised network construction and maintenance activities, including:

• Pole erection, structure replacement, cross-arm changes, and conductor jointing
• Overhead line construction and maintenance from 240V to 33KV
• Underground cable installation, maintenance, and civil coordination
• Site risk assessments, tailgate meetings, and worksite safety leadership
• Equipment, vehicle, and plant maintenance
• Mentoring apprentices and developing team capability
• Emergency response and participation in after-hours standby rosters when required
• Delivering work in line with company, client, and industry standards

What You'll Bring

• Minimum 5 years' experience as a Registered Distribution Line Mechanic
• Demonstrated experience in de-energised line work and underground cabling
• Sound knowledge of electricity distribution industry health and safety practices
• Ability to interpret plans, specifications, and technical information
• Physical fitness for climbing, lifting, and working outdoors in varying weather conditions
• NZ Driver's licence (heavy vehicle licence advantageous)
• Cable jointing experience or training is highly desirable

About Ventia

As a leading services provider, we maintain, operate, and manage the essential infrastructure that makes modern life possible across Australia and New Zealand. With more than 35,000 employees and subcontractors across 400 sites, joining Ventia means becoming part of a team that values its people, supports career growth, and helps everyone go further towards their full potential.

Our commitment to Fairness, Inclusion and Respect shapes how we lead, collaborate, hire and support one another. We welcome applications from people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds, including Māori and Pasifika peoples and people of all genders, identities, sexual orientations, beliefs and caring responsibilities. We are dedicated to providing an accessible recruitment process and encourage you to request adjustments at any stage.

Position Reference Number: 168661