Line Mechanic

Downer; New Plymouth; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure services provider in New Plymouth is seeking an experienced Line Mechanic to join their distribution team. This role involves providing quality service and workmanship in the construction and maintenance of network installations. Applicants must have relevant Line Mechanic registration and a current driver's license. Enjoy competitive benefits including health care access and development opportunities.

Benefits

Free access to Marram health care benefits

Discounted holiday homes

Access to Perks@Downer

Great promotion and training opportunities

Tool of trade vehicle provided

Qualifications

• Experience as a Line Mechanic with knowledge of the power industry.
• Ability to drive a manual vehicle; Heavy Traffic Licence desirable.
• Minimum two years' experience including high voltage work.

Responsibilities

• Provision of quality service in construction, maintenance, and fault diagnosis.
• Responsible for all network equipment and installations.

Skills

EWRB Line Mechanic Registration

Class 1 full Drivers Licence

Knowledge of Safety Manual Electricity Industry

Experience with high voltage and overhead work

Job description

We have an excellent opportunity for an experienced Line Mechanic to join our distribution team in New Plymouth.

Ko te take ka parekareka e koe ki te mahi ki kōnei | Why you will enjoy working here.

Downer Group is an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone. We also offer:

• Free access to Marram health care benefits and discounted holiday homes
• Access to Perks@Downer, which provides discounts and savings on a variety of products, including retail items, travel deals, and entertainment options.
• Great promotion and training, and development opportunities
• Hourly rate + additional allowances dependent on experience.
• Tool of trade vehicle provided

Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity

Downer Networks works with some of New Zealand's largest asset owners and energy providers.

About the role:

We have an exciting opportunity to grow your career as a Line Mechanic within our team working across Taranaki, based out of our New Plymouth depot. You will be responsible for the provision of quality service and workmanship in the areas of construction, maintenance and fault diagnosis/rectification of all network equipment and installations.

Nga pūkenga matua | Important Skills

It is essential that you are an experienced Line Mechanic with knowledge of the power industry and can offer the following:

• Relevant EWRB Line Mechanic Registration and current practising licence
• Current Class 1 full Drivers Licence, ability to drive a manual vehicle and ideally a Heavy Traffic Licence is desirable.
• Sound knowledge of the Safety Manual Electricity Industry (SMEI) and Safe practices for Low low-voltage electrical Work
• A minimum of two years' experience including high voltage and overhead work is desirable.

As a highly skilled Line Mechanic your previous experience will demonstrate your technical ability with a broad range of work, a commitment to producing a quality job every time and taking pride in your results. You'll also be a strong communicator and a positive team member also able to work alone.

Ko wai mātou | Our Organisation

Want to know more about what it is like to work at Downer? Then head to our people page here https://people.downergroup.co.nz/

Me pēhea ki te tono | How to apply

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, click Apply Now to submit your application!

We are committed to a safe working environment for everyone - all successful applicants will be required to undertake a pre-employment drug test, medical and a Ministry of Justice check prior to starting employment. If you need support with this requirement, please talk to our team