Trainee Transmission Line Mechanic

Omexom New Zealand; Palmerston North; On-site; NZD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life & disability cover

KiwiSaver contributions

Enhanced parental leave

Birthday leave

Long service rewards

Career advancement

Great team

40 hours per week

Standby roster

Job summary

Omexom New Zealand in Palmerston North or Hamilton invites applications for three Trainee Transmission Line Mechanic roles. You will undertake NZ Certificate in Electricity Supply (Transmission Line Mechanic) levels 2 and 4 and work toward EWRB registration while learning on the job.

This entry‑level role is designed for motivated learners comfortable with heights up to 75m, outdoor work, and variable conditions.

Qualifications

• NZQA Level 1 is required.
• Awareness of safety requirements for the industry.
• Willingness to perform outdoor work in varying conditions.

Responsibilities

• Be able to confidently work at heights ranging from 15m to 75m.
• Identify electrical systems in preparation for work.
• Climb and work on electricity network structures.
• Operate lines machinery, plant and equipment in an electricity network environment.
• Determine the condition of electricity lines and components.
• Apply earths to and remove earths from overhead conductors.
• Assist with servicing overhead electricity lines and equipment.
• Joint overhead conductors and replace load bearing poles as needed.
• Contribute to safety policy adherence and health and safety practices.

Skills

Outdoor work aptitude

Safety awareness

Flexibility

Education

NZQA level 1

Job description

Job Description

• Based in either Palmerston North or Hamilton.
• Comprehensive Health Insurance.
• Life & Disability Cover.
• Generous KiwiSaver Contributions.
• Enhanced Parental Leave.
• Birthday Leave.
• Long Service Rewards.
• Career Advancement Opportunities.
• Be a part of a Great Team.
• Full-time, Permanent contract with a minimum of 40 hours guaranteed per week.
• Monday – Friday and may be required to participate in a standby roster.

About the Role

Looking for your next big opportunity? We’ve got 3x exciting Trainee Transmission Line Mechanic roles just for you! In this position, you’ll attain the New Zealand Certificate in Electricity Supply (Transmission Line Mechanic) levels 2 and 4 and obtain EWRB registration as a transmission line mechanic. We are looking for a Trainee who is motivated to learn and able to take instructions.

• Be able to confidently work at heights ranging from 15m to 75m.
• Identifying electrical systems in preparation for work.
• Climbing and working on electricity network structure.
• Using lines machinery, plant, and equipment in an electricity network environment.
• Determining the condition of electricity lines.
• Applying earths to and removing earths from overhead electric line conductors.
• Servicing of overhead electricity lines and equipment.
• Jointing electricity network overhead conductors.
• Replacing load bearing poles and hardware in electrical networks up to 110 kV.
• Overhauling tower structures and hardware in electrical networks up to 220 kV.
• Understanding and implementing the company health and safety policy and taking reasonable care of own health and safety and the health and safety of others.
• Setting a personal example on all matters of health and safety and participate in Perimeter worker participation practices.

Qualifications and Skills

• A minimum of NZQA level 1 required.
• An awareness of industry safety requirements.
• Previous experience and aptitude for outdoor work.
• Flexibility required in dealing with adverse weather, resource, materials, and other conditions.
• A full New Zealand Class 1 driver's licence is required.

Who are we?

As the global energy landscape continues to evolve, Omexom is supporting New Zealand's transition toward a cleaner, more sustainable energy future. We work alongside partners across the energy ecosystem to accelerate progress and enable meaningful decarbonisation.

Omexom New Zealand brings the global scale, innovation, and proven expertise of a global leader to every local project. We collaborate with those who produce, transform and transport electricity and energy, including network owners and local authorities, to operate, build and maintain critical infrastructure. Our established processes ensure reliability and safety at scale, while longstanding relationships and on-the-ground experience make us trusted partners to work with.

We're here to help New Zealand build smarter, more efficient and resilient energy networks that will support community and industry for generations to come.

Please note, that only candidates with the right to live and work in New Zealand will be considered for this role.

According to the Harvard Business Review, men typically apply for jobs when they meet only 60% of the qualifications, whereas women and individuals from underrepresented groups usually apply only if they meet all the criteria. We're not just about checking boxes, so if you believe you have the skills but don't meet every requirement listed, please reach out if you would like to find out more, we'd love to talk with you.

Come join our amazing team and be a part of the pioneers in energy transition.