Foreperson Line Mechanic

4 days ago

Auckland City, New Zealand North Power NZ Full time

We’re looking for an experienced Line Mechanic Foreperson to join our Auckland Overhead Maintenance team. In this role, you’ll lead a crew to deliver construction and maintenance work on overhead electrical lines safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.

You’ll play an important role in planning and scoping jobs, providing technical guidance, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards while supporting your team’s development and maintaining strong relationships with clients, landowners, and service providers.
- Lead a team to deliver safe and efficient overhead line construction and maintenance work.
- Scope, plan, and manage jobs, allocating people, plant, and materials effectively.
- Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards.
- Provide technical support, supervise daily work, and encourage continuous improvement.
- Complete audits, inspections, and necessary documentation accurately and on time.
- Foster a positive team culture aligned with Northpower’s values and behaviours.

**About you**:

- ERWB Registration (essential)
- NZ driver’s licence (Class 2 or higher preferred)
- Solid experience in overhead line work and construction/maintenance practices
- Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
- A proven commitment to health, safety, and quality standards
- The physical capability to work in the field and support your team hands-on

**What’s in it for you?**
- Competitive remuneration with a tool of trade vehicle.
- An in-house well-being programme, a peer support network (Kaitiaki) and EAP services.
- Life Insurance and group discounted medical insurance.
- Commitment to professional growth and development.
- A friendly workplace where people are valued and appreciated.
- Family-friendly events and discounted gym membership along with various retail discounts.

**About us**:
Northpower is an electricity and fibre network provider for Whangārei and Kaipara, with more than 60,000 connected customers.

We are one of the largest multi-utility contractors in New Zealand, servicing the needs of clients in transmission, distribution, generation, fibre, renewables, and commercial sectors. We have a reputation for excellence and innovation, providing commercially viable solutions for electrical and telecommunication design, construction, and maintenance requirements.

We have over 1,400 staff working together across 16 locations to keep the power on and the lights going for our customers.

**Get in touch**
Lead from the front Keep Auckland’s power network safe, reliable, and running strong. Take charge of overhead line maintenance, guide your team, and make a real impact on the communities we serve.
- New Zealand work rights are required for the role._
- Pre-employment checks will include a criminal history check, drug and alcohol testing, and a medical assessment._

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