Transmission Line Apprentice: Earn While You Learn Outdoors

Ventia; Upper Hutt; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid on-the-job training

Industry qualifications

Safety culture

Career development across Ventia

Job summary

Ventia is seeking motivated individuals to join Wellington as Transmission Line Mechanic Trainees. Earn while you learn in a role that builds specialist skills, with on‑the‑job training and strong safety culture.

You will work with experienced professionals to construct, maintain, inspect and repair high‑voltage lines across New Zealand, including remote sites, while developing the qualifications to work at height and use specialist equipment.

Qualifications

• Willing to learn and develop new skills on the job
• Enjoy working outdoors and in changing environments
• Physically fit and able to perform manual tasks
• Not afraid of heights while working on transmission infrastructure
• Able to travel/stay away from home when required
• Value teamwork, safety and reliability

Responsibilities

• Construct, maintain, inspect and repair high‑voltage transmission lines.
• Work with experienced mentors to learn tower climbing and safety procedures.
• Operate in remote rural locations and rugged terrain as part of the project team.
• Contribute to essential projects that power homes, businesses and communities.

Skills

Positive attitude

Strong work ethic

Outdoor work

Physically fit

Not afraid of heights

Education

Full Class 1 Driver Licence

Job description

Ventia is seeking motivated individuals to join Wellington as Transmission Line Mechanic Trainees. Earn while you learn in a role that builds specialist skills, with on‑the‑job training and strong safety culture.

You will work with experienced professionals to construct, maintain, inspect and repair high‑voltage lines across New Zealand, including remote sites, while developing the qualifications to work at height and use specialist equipment.