Transmission Line Mechanic — Career Growth & Stability

Ventia; Napier; On-site; NZD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health plans

Career growth

Team culture

Job summary

Ventia is seeking skilled Transmission Line Mechanics to join our team, delivering critical infrastructure across New Zealand’s power network. This permanent, full-time role offers exposure to varied regional projects and a strong team culture focused on safety and wellbeing.

You will build, maintain and upgrade transmission line structures, climb at heights and work outdoors, with a focus on safe, reliable operation of essential assets while collaborating with crews to meet project timelines.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years relevant experience as a Transmission Line Mechanic or in line construction/maintenance.
• EWRB Line mechanic registration (Trainee Line Mechanic Registration also accepted).
• Ability to work at heights and in varying weather conditions.
• Strong commitment to Health & Safety and safe work practices.
• A proactive attitude and willingness to learn and grow.

Responsibilities

• Building, maintaining and repairing transmission line structures and hardware.
• Climbing structures and working at heights across diverse outdoor environments.
• Supporting line stringing, conductor installation and maintenance works.
• Ensuring safe and reliable operation of critical network assets.
• Working closely with crews to deliver projects safely, on time and to a high standard.

Skills

Safety-focused

Teamwork

Outdoor work

Willing to learn

Education

EWRB Line mechanic registration

Full Class 1 licence

Job description

Ventia is seeking skilled Transmission Line Mechanics to join our team, delivering critical infrastructure across New Zealand’s power network. This permanent, full-time role offers exposure to varied regional projects and a strong team culture focused on safety and wellbeing.

You will build, maintain and upgrade transmission line structures, climb at heights and work outdoors, with a focus on safe, reliable operation of essential assets while collaborating with crews to meet project timelines.