Transmission Lineworkers Nz

Ventia; Wellington; On-site; NZD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Ventia is seeking Transmission Lineworkers to build, maintain and upgrade New Zealand's high‑voltage transmission network. Join a team delivering essential infrastructure that powers homes and communities.

The role suits experienced Lineworkers or those eager to learn a specialist trade, with opportunities to work on diverse projects across the country and progress within a safety‑conscious environment.

Qualifications

• Experienced Transmission Lineworker or a qualified Lineworker.
• NZ or overseas qualified Lineworker.
• Relevant infrastructure, construction, utilities, or maintenance experience.
• Motivated to start a long-term career and learn a specialist trade.

Responsibilities

• Building and maintaining transmission towers and associated structures.
• Installing, replacing, and maintaining conductors and hardware.
• Inspecting and upgrading critical network assets.
• Working at heights using specialist equipment and safety systems.
• Supporting major transmission and renewable energy projects.
• Responding to faults and helping restore power following network events.

Job description

Build the networks that power New Zealand

Have you ever wondered how electricity travels from power stations across mountains, valleys, and cities to power homes, businesses, and communities? Behind this essential network are Transmission Lineworkers who build, maintain, and upgrade the high-voltage infrastructure that keeps New Zealand connected.

Whether you're an experienced Transmission Lineworker, a qualified Lineworker looking for your next opportunity, or someone eager to learn a rewarding trade, this is your chance to join an industry that plays a critical role in New Zealand's future.

Who We're Looking For

We're looking for people who enjoy hands-on work, thrive outdoors, and take pride in working on critical infrastructure.

You may be:

• An experienced Transmission Lineworker.
• A qualified Lineworker from New Zealand or overseas.
• Someone with relevant infrastructure, construction, utilities, or maintenance experience.
• A motivated individual looking to start a long-term career and learn a specialist trade.

Successful candidates will:

• Enjoy practical, physically active work.
• Be comfortable working outdoors and at heights.
• Have a strong commitment to safety.
• Enjoy working as part of a close-knit team.
• Be keen to learn, develop, and take on new challenges.

What Does a Transmission Lineworker Do?

Transmission Lineworkers construct, maintain, and upgrade the high-voltage transmission network that carries electricity across New Zealand.

Key responsibilities include:

• Building and maintaining transmission towers and associated structures.
• Installing, replacing, and maintaining conductors and hardware.
• Inspecting and upgrading critical network assets.
• Working at heights using specialist equipment and safety systems.
• Supporting major infrastructure and renewable energy projects.
• Responding to faults and helping restore power following network events.

No two days are the same, with opportunities to work in diverse locations and contribute to projects that have a real impact on communities across the country.

Why Choose This Career?

Transmission work offers a unique combination of technical skill, teamwork, problem-solving, and outdoor work.

You'll have the opportunity to:

• Work on some of New Zealand's most important infrastructure.
• Learn highly specialised and sought-after skills.
• Develop your career through training, mentoring, and hands-on experience.
• Be part of major transmission and renewable energy projects.
• Make a tangible contribution to powering New Zealand's homes, businesses, and communities.

Whether you're bringing years of experience or looking to start your journey in the industry, you'll be joining a team committed to safety, development, and delivering infrastructure that powers the nation.

If you're looking for a career that's challenging, rewarding, and genuinely makes a difference, we'd like to hear from you.

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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: 168778