Transmission Line Mechanic Manawatu

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Career growth opportunities

Training opportunities

Job summary

Ventia is seeking a Transmission Line Mechanic to join our Lower Central North Island team. You’ll build, maintain and upgrade transmission lines across Wellington, Hawke’s Bay, Manawatu-Whanganui, delivering essential infrastructure in NZ.

This is a hands-on, physically active role; you’ll work at heights, climb structures, support line stringing and conductor installation. 2–3 years of relevant experience and EWRB registration are preferred.

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
• Full Class 1 licence (Class 2 or higher advantageous) or equivalent

Responsibilities

• Building, maintaining and repairing transmission line structures and hardware
• Climbing structures and working at heights across 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

Transmission lines

Working at heights

Safety conscious

Team player

Education

EWRB Line Mechanic Registration

Full Class 1 licence

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 16th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

We’re looking for skilled Transmission Line Mechanics to join our Lower Central North Island team working across the Wellington, Hawke’s Bay, Manawatu-Whanganui regions, delivering critical infrastructure across New Zealand’s power network.

At Ventia, we’re proud to maintain the infrastructure that keeps communities connected and powered.

What you’ll enjoy:

• Work on essential transmission projects that power New Zealand
• Stable, long-term work with a trusted client
• Competitive pay + health plans and company benefits
• Opportunities for training, upskilling and career growth
• A strong team culture with a focus on safety, wellbeing and support

About the role

As a Transmission Line Mechanic, you’ll play a key role in constructing, maintaining and upgrading transmission lines across the region.

Your day-to-day will include:

• 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

This is a physically active, hands on role with variety, working across multiple sites and conditions.

Other details: permanent, full-time at 40 hours a week with an hourly range rate of $35 to $45.

About you

You’re motivated, safety-focused and enjoy working as part of a team in the outdoors.

You’ll bring:

• 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
• Full Class 1 licence (Class 2 or higher advantageous) or equivalent

At Ventia, you’ll be part of a team delivering essential infrastructure while building a stable, long-term career with real progression opportunities

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About Ventia
As a leading services provider, wemaintain, operate,and manage the essentialinfrastructure that makes modern life possible across Australia and New Zealand. With more than35,000 employeesandsubcontractorsacross 400 sites, joining Ventia means becoming part of a team that values its people, supports careergrowth,and helps everyone go further towards their full potential.

Our commitment to Fairness, Inclusion and Respect shapes how we lead, collaborate, hire and support one another. We welcome applications from people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds, including Māori and Pasifika peoples and people of all genders, identities, sexual orientations, beliefs and caring responsibilities. We are dedicated to providing an accessible recruitment process and encourage you to request adjustments at any stage.