Transmission Line Mechanic

**Ko te take ka parekareka e koe ki te mahi ki kōnei | Why you will enjoy working here**

Downer is committed to delivering excellence by ensuring our people have the environment and the means to be successful. We offer:

- Free access to Marram health care benefits and discounted holiday homes
- Safety equipment and clothing provided as part of the role
- Internal promotion encouraged, training and development on offer

**Te **kōwhiringa | The Opportunity**

Downer Network Services work with some of New Zealand’s largest asset owners and energy providers to maintain their critical networks and assets across the country. Our whole-of-life approach creates positive outcomes for all New Zealanders as we help to reduce carbon emissions, optimise energy, and build a better Aotearoa. There are more than 600 of us in the Network Services team and we are committed to being kaitiaki - guardians of New Zealand’s future.

We are seeking experienced Line Mechanics to join the team working across the North Island, based out of Taupo or Stratford. In the role, you will work on construction and maintenance replacement projects of network equipment and installations. You will work to establish stakeholder relationships, identify, and implement risk control measures and complete other tasks within the team as required.

**Nga pūkenga matua | Important Skills**

It is essential that you are an experienced Line Mechanic with knowledge of the power industry and can offer:

- Relevant EWRB Line Mechanic registration and current Practicing licence
- NZQA Level 4 qualification or equivalent
- A minimum of two years’ experience including high voltage and overhead work is desirable.
- Current Class 1 full Drivers Licence, ability to drive a manual vehicle and ideally a Heavy Traffic Licence is desirable.
- A strong commitment to safety including sound knowledge of the Safety Manual Electricity Industry (SMEI) and Safe Practices for Low Voltage Electrical Work

As a highly skilled Line Mechanic in the power transmission or distribution field your previous experience will demonstrate your technical ability with a broad range of work, a commitment to producing a quality job every time and taking pride in your results. You’ll also be a strong communicator and a positive team member also able to work alone.

**Ko wai mātou | Our Organisation**

**Me pēhea ki te tono | How to apply**

We are committed to a safe working environment for everyone - all successful applicants will be required to undertake a pre-employment drug test, medical and a Ministry of Justice check prior to starting employment. If you need support with this requirement, please talk to our team