Transmission Line Mechanic Trainee

Ventia; Upper Hutt; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Ventia in Wellington is seeking Transmission Line Mechanic Trainees to learn on the job while contributing to critical national infrastructure. You'll be mentored by experienced professionals, gain hands-on skills in construction, maintenance, inspection and repair of high‑voltage lines, and earn as you learn.

The role is outdoors, involves heights and travel across New Zealand. If you are physically fit, safety‑minded, and ready to develop specialist techniques, this trainee program could start

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn and develop new skills
• Physically fit and able to perform manual work
• Not afraid of heights and able to work outdoors in varying conditions

Responsibilities

• Construct, maintain, inspect and repair high‑voltage transmission lines
• Learn and perform tower work and associated infrastructure tasks
• Work with experienced mentors to build specialist skills
• Travel to project sites across New Zealand and work away from home when required

Skills

Positive attitude

Strong work ethic

Willing to learn

Outdoor work

Not afraid of heights

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

Full Class 1 Driver Licence

Job description

Earn While You Learn and Build a Career with Ventia

Are you looking for more than just a job? Do you want a career where you'll develop specialist skills, work with a great team, and play a vital role in keeping New Zealand connected?

Ventia is seeking motivated and safety-focused individuals to join our team in Wellington as Transmission Line Mechanic Trainees. This is a fantastic opportunity to earn while you learn, receive industry-leading training, and develop a long-term career in the electricity transmission industry.

If you're hands-on, enjoy working outdoors, and aren't afraid of heights, this could be the opportunity you've been looking for.

What Does a Transmission Line Mechanic Do?

Transmission Line Mechanics are responsible for constructing, maintaining, inspecting, and repairing the high-voltage transmission lines that carry electricity throughout New Zealand.

As a trainee, you'll work alongside experienced professionals who will teach you the technical skills needed to work on transmission towers and associated infrastructure. Over time, you'll gain the knowledge and experience to work safely at height, use specialist equipment, and contribute to essential projects that help power homes, businesses, and communities.

This is not your typical Monday-to-Friday office job. You'll be part of a team working in a variety of environments, from remote rural locations and farmland to hills, forests, and rugged terrain.

What To Expect

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, adventure, and working outdoors. You can expect to:

• Travel to project sites throughout the region and across New Zealand when required
• Spend periods working away from home, with accommodation and allowances provided where applicable
• Work in remote and rural environments, often accessing transmission towers located off the beaten track
• Work outdoors in a range of weather conditions, including wind, rain, heat, and cold
• Climb towers and work at height while following industry-leading safety procedures
• Be part of a close-knit team where everyone looks out for each other

What's In It For You?

• Earn while you learn with paid on-the-job training
• Learn from experienced industry professionals and qualified mentors
• Gain valuable technical skills and recognised industry qualifications
• Work for a reputable organisation with a strong safety culture
• Career development and progression opportunities across Ventia
• Be part of a supportive and hardworking team
• Build a rewarding career maintaining critical national infrastructure
• Find your future and Find Your Further with Ventia

We're Looking For People Who

• Have a positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Are willing to learn and develop new skills
• Enjoy working outdoors and in changing environments
• Are physically fit and comfortable carrying out manual work
• Are not afraid of heights
• Can work away from home when required
• Value teamwork, safety, and reliability
• Hold a Full Class 1 Driver Licence (preferred but not essential)

Why Ventia?

At Ventia, we invest in our people and provide opportunities to build meaningful careers. Whether you're starting your working journey or looking for a fresh challenge, we'll provide the training, support, and development needed to help you succeed.

Take the first step towards an exciting career in the transmission industry. Apply today and Find Your Further with Ventia.

Applications close on 18 Sep 2026 at 5 pm

About Ventia

As a leading services provider, we maintain, operate, and manage the essential infrastructure that makes modern life possible across Australia and New Zealand. With more than 35,000 employees and subcontractors across 400 sites, joining Ventia means becoming part of a team that values its people, supports career growth, 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.

Position Reference Number: 168695