Line Mechanic

The opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for experienced Line Mechanics to join Downer’s Network Services team in New Plymouth, following recent team growth, new leadership and the recruitment of industry leading Supervisors.

As a Tier 1 Contractor for Powerco, you’ll work across a wide variety of activities including construction projects, maintenance programmes, defect rectification and fault response. No two days are the same. Your work will take you across the region, with the outdoors often being your office.

In this role, you’ll take pride in delivering high quality construction, maintenance and fault diagnosis/rectification while always ensuring a safe work environment. You’ll be part of a team that enjoys working hard, having fun, and supporting each other to be the best in the region. Participation in a 1-in-4 faults roster is ideally available from commencement.

This is an opportunity to be part of something new, helping shape a team culture and contributing to making Downer the best place to work in the region.

About you

You’re an experienced Line Mechanic looking for a change — somewhere you’re genuinely valued, supported, and can see a long-term future with real opportunities for growth.

You will bring:

Essential

• EWRB Line Mechanic registration with a current practising licence

• NZQA Level 4 qualification

• Current Class 1 driver’s licence

• Strong working knowledge of SMEI and safe LV electrical work practices

• Clear verbal and written communication skills, including WMS and JSEA documentation

Desirable

• Class 2 or heavy trade licence

• Extensive industry-related experience

About 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 across the electricity, water, telecommunications, industrial and power generation sectors.

With more than 500 specialists nationwide, our Network Services team works alongside some of Aotearoa’s largest energy providers, acting as kaitiaki — guardians of New Zealand’s essential energy infrastructure.

Downer is an inclusive employer that values diversity and welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and cultures.

How to apply

If you’re ready to be part of a refreshed team and help shape the future of network services in the region, please submit your application online via the advertisement. Email applications will not be accepted.