Transmission Lines Mechanic

1 week ago

Palmerston North, New Zealand Downer Group Full time

**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
- Discounts for Samsung, Repco, PB Tech, Gym memberships and more
- $500 bonus for current employees who refer a friend to Downer

Have a look at our other great benefits here Or copy and paste the following link into your browser: people.downergroup.co.nz/downer-benefits/

**Te** **kōwhiringa | The Opportunity**

Downer Energy 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 500 of us in the Energy team and we are committed to being kaitiaki - guardians of New Zealand’s future.

We are seeking 10 experienced Transmission Line Mechanics to join the team based across the North Island - including Taupo, Stratford and Palmerston North. 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.

The roles are fulltime working 40 hours per week, offering $36.00 - $40.00 per hour depending on experience, + overtime and allowances.

**Nga pūkenga matua | Important Skills**

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

- NZQA Level 4 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 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

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