Line Mechanic
3 days ago
Ko te take ka parekareka e koe ki te mahi ki kōnei | Why you will enjoy working here
- Competitive pay, including overtime and allowances for working on our faults roster
- Free access to Marram health care benefits and discounted holiday homes
- Internal promotion encouraged, training and development on offer
Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity
Downer has recently entered an exciting phase as we embark on the new contract with Powerco as their Tier 1 Contractor in the Taranaki region. Under the leadership of our newly appointed Northwest Area Manager, we want the best Line Mechanics to join our close-knit team based in New Plymouth.
We are looking for experienced and qualified Line mechanics who can ideally work on faults (1 in 4) from the get-go. We offer great career growth opportunities, with industry leading equipment and a great team who look out for each other. You will be responsible for the provision of quality service and workmanship in the areas of construction, maintenance and fault diagnosis/rectification of all network equipment and installations while ensuring a safe work environment at all times.
Bring your enthusiasm, commitment to safety, quality workmanship and teamwork
If you want to be part of something new, where you can help our team become the best place to work in the region, then apply now.
Nga pūkenga matua | Important Skills
Essential
- Relevant EWRB Line Mechanic Registration and current practising licence
- NZQF Level 4 qualification
- Current Class 1 driver's licence (car)
- Sound knowledge of the Safety Manual Electricity Industry (SMEI) and Safe practices for Low Voltage Electrical Work
Desirable
- Class 2 licence
- 2 Years Post Qualification experience
- Faults Experience
- Powerco competencies
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.
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