Trainee Line Mechanic

5 days ago


MatamataPiako District, Waikato, New Zealand Downer Group Full time NZ$40,000 - NZ$60,000 per year

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

  • 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

Our Energy & Utilities business is seeking a Trainee Distribution Line Mechanic to join our experienced team in Matamata. Reporting to the Supervisor you'll work alongside our experienced Line Mechanics and learn a sought-after trade and valuable skills to become a qualified Distribution Line Mechanic yourself.

You'll get out and about in the region and be working on different sites every day doing hands on physical work, operating heavy machinery, and working outside in all weather conditions.

Nga pūkenga matua | Important Skills

  • Current Class 1 Full NZ Drivers Licence and ability to drive a manual vehicle required, Class 2 preferred
  • A strong commitment to safety
  • Knowledge of or previous experience in the Electricity industry would be an advantage
    A can-do attitude and commitment to learning

Ko wai mātou | Our Organisation

Downer's Energy & Utilities business unit is an integrated trans-Tasman team, providing services and solutions that connect communities to essential networks and infrastructure. We design, build, operate and maintain today's critical assets and networks, delivering complete services across the water, electricity, telecommunications, industrial and power generation sectors. Our expertise spans in-house technical smarts, specialist engineering, integrated OEM partners, and dedicated crews of qualified tradespeople.

Downer Group is an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone.

Me pēhea ki te tono | How to apply

Please submit your application online via the advertisement – email applications will not be accepted.



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