Line Mechanic: Overhead Electric, Relocation Support

Alpine Energy Limited; Timaru; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing allowance

Medical insurance

On-site health support

Regular social events

Timaru office with panoramic views

Job summary

Alpine Energy in Timaru is seeking a Line Mechanic to maintain, construct and repair overhead electricity lines across South Canterbury. You’ll work hands-on for the network owner, delivering planned work, upgrades and fault response with safety at the forefront.

This permanent role offers relocation and short-term accommodation support, a community-owned network, and a strong focus on safety, teamwork and practical skill development across the region.

Qualifications

• EWRB registration with current licence and Level 4 qualification or equivalent.
• Experience in electricity supply or distribution with practical problem solving.
• Commitment to safety and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, construct and repair overhead electricity lines, poles and pole-mounted equipment
• Deliver planned construction, network upgrades and fault response across South Canterbury
• Operate equipment safely and perform network switching when authorised

Skills

Electricity distribution experience

Problem solving

Safety culture

Education

EWRB Line Mechanic registration with a current practising licence and Level 4 Line Mechanic qualification or equivalent

Job description

Alpine Energy in Timaru is seeking a Line Mechanic to maintain, construct and repair overhead electricity lines across South Canterbury. You’ll work hands-on for the network owner, delivering planned work, upgrades and fault response with safety at the forefront.

This permanent role offers relocation and short-term accommodation support, a community-owned network, and a strong focus on safety, teamwork and practical skill development across the region.