Line Mechanic

Northpower; Dargaville; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals to join their team in maintaining and constructing electrical lines. This role is crucial for ensuring that customer and network requirements are met efficiently and safely. With a focus on teamwork and problem-solving, you will be part of a friendly workplace that values its employees. The company offers a commitment to professional growth, competitive remuneration, and a supportive environment that includes well-being programs and various employee benefits. If you are ready to make your mark in a growing team, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration

In-house well-being programme

Life Insurance

Discounted medical insurance

Professional growth commitment

Social club and family-friendly events

Discounted gym membership

Retail discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in overhead lines work and similar roles.
• Commitment to safety and strong work ethic required.

Responsibilities

• Constructing and maintaining electrical lines to meet customer needs.
• Ensuring safety and compliance in every task.

Skills

Overhead electrical lines maintenance

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Education

ERWB Registration

HT Licence

NZ Driver Licence (Class 1 minimum)

Job description

Location: Dargaville, Northland

The Role:

To ensure the construction and maintenance of electrical lines to customer and Network requirements are met in a timely, appropriate and efficient manner.

• Building, servicing and maintaining overhead electrical lines up to 33kV
• Installing and replacing pole structures and conductors
• Operating equipment and completing field documentation
• Supporting performance targets with strong teamwork and problem-solving
• Ensuring safety, compliance and quality in every task

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive remuneration
• An in-house well-being programme, a peer support network (Kaitiaki) and EAP services
• Life Insurance and group discounted medical insurance
• Commitment to professional growth and development
• A friendly workplace where people are valued and appreciated
• Tailored leadership development in line with our specialised capability framework
• Social club, family-friendly events and discounted gym membership along with various retail discounts.

About You:

• Similar work experience
• ERWB Registration (required)
• HT Licence (advantageous)
• Current NZ Driver Licence (Class 1 minimum)
• Experience in overhead lines work
• Great attitude, strong work ethic and commitment to safety
• Physical capability to handle a hands-on role

About us:

Northpower is an electricity and fibre network provider for Whangārei and Kaipara, with more than 60,000 connected customers. We are one of the largest multi-utility contractors in New Zealand, servicing the needs of clients in transmission, distribution, generation, fibre, renewables, and commercial sectors. We have a reputation for excellence and innovation, providing commercially viable solutions for electrical and telecommunication design, construction, and maintenance requirements. We have over 1,400 staff working together across 14 locations to keep the power on and the lights going for our customers.

Get in touch!

Join us if you’re looking for a career defining role within a growing team where you can make your mark! Direct your profile into our career’s website and search for #REQ1516. This role requires New Zealand work rights. Pre-employment checks may include a criminal history check, drug and alcohol testing, and a medical assessment.