Distribution Line Mechanic

6 days ago


Matamata, New Zealand DOWNER NZ Full time NZ$202,400 - NZ$203,200 per year

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

  • Earn from $39 per hour depending on the experience that you bring to our Team
  • Jump onboard our faults team to provide after-hours services and increase your earnings
  • Free access to Marram health care benefits and discounted holiday homes
  • Internal promotion encouraged, training and development on offer

Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity to grow your career as a Distribution Line Mechanic within our great team based in Matamata. 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. You will also be responsible for identifying, and implementing risk control measures to assigned work tasks, in order to provide a safe work environment.

Nga pūkenga matua | Important Skills

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

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 - email applications will not be accepted.



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