Trainee Transmission Line Mechanic

2 days ago

Palmerston North, Manawatu-Wanganui, New Zealand Omexom New Zealand Full time NZ$60,000 - NZ$90,000 per year

Posted: 13/11/2025

Closing Date: 28/11/2025

Job Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Manawatu-Wanganui - Palmerston North

Job Category: Trades & Operators

Job Description
  • Based in Palmerston North
  • Comprehensive Health Insurance.
  • Life & Disability Cover
  • Generous KiwiSaver Contributions.
  • Enhanced Parental Leave.
  • Birthday Leave.
  • Long Service Rewards.
  • Career Advancement Opportunities.
  • Be a part of a Great Team.
  • Full-time, Permanent contract with a minimum of 40 hours guaranteed per week.
  • Monday – Friday and may be required to participate in a standby roster

About the Role

Looking for your next big opportunity? We've got 2 exciting Trainee Transmission Line Mechanic roles just for you In this position, you'll provide a technical trade's service to the company's Transmission Lines Services Division, making a real impact.

  • Identifying electrical systems in preparation for work.
  • Climbing and working on electricity network structure.
  • Using lines machinery, plant, and equipment in an electricity network environment.
  • Determining the condition of electricity lines.
  • Applying earths to and removing earths from overhead electric line conductors.
  • Developing work plan for construction and servicing of overhead electricity lines and equipment.
  • Jointing electricity network overhead conductors.
  • Replacing load bearing pole hardware in electrical networks up to 110 kV.
  • Overhauling tower structure hardware in electrical networks up to 220 kV.
  • Understanding and implementing the company health and safety policy and taking reasonable care of own health and safety and the health and safety of others.
  • Setting a personal example on all matters of health and safety and participate in Perimeter worker participation practices.

Qualifications and Skills

  • A minimum of NZQA level 1 required.
  • An awareness of industry safety requirements.
  • Previous experience and aptitude for outdoor work.
  • Flexibility required in dealing with adverse weather, resource, materials, and other conditions.
  • A full New Zealand Class 1 driver's licence is required.

Who are we?

Omexom is part of a global family of energy infrastructure services providers operating under the VINCI group which is a world leader in concessions, energy, and construction, operating in more than 120 countries worldwide. The brand network is a multi-disciplinary network, able to offer customized multi-technical, multi-site, or multi-country services.

With our 1,000+ employees in 29 locations nationwide and $390M in revenue, Omexom has long-standing partnerships with Vector, Transpower, Auckland Transport, and Firstgas, while servicing our newer clients Watercare, Auckland District Health Board, Powerco, Wellington Electricity, and City Rail Link Limited.

In Aotearoa, Omexom is well positioned through this international network with shared values and vast resources, and a continued commitment to safety, excellence, and sustainable solutions.

At Omexom, we are committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment that values and respects diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We welcome and encourage women, and people from diverse backgrounds to apply.

How to apply

If you like the sound of what we're offering and think you are the right person for the job, we'd love to hear from you. Applications close on Friday, 28 November 2025.

Please note, that only candidates with the right to live and work in New Zealand will be considered for this role.

According to the Harvard Business Review, men typically apply for jobs when they meet only 60% of the qualifications, whereas women and individuals from underrepresented groups usually apply only if they meet all the criteria. We're not just about checking boxes, so if you believe you have the skills but don't meet every requirement listed, please reach out if you would like to find out more, we'd love to talk with you.

Come join our amazing team and be a part of the pioneers in energy transition.

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