Transmission Lines Mechanic

We’re looking for a skilled Transmission Line Mechanic to join our Christchurch team, delivering critical infrastructure across New Zealand’s power network.

Why join Ventia?

At Ventia, we’re proud to maintain the infrastructure that keeps communities connected and powered.

What You’ll Enjoy

• Work on essential transmission projects that power New Zealand
• Stable, long-term work with a trusted client
• Competitive pay + health plans and company benefits
• Opportunities for training, upskilling and career growth
• A strong team culture with a focus on safety, wellbeing and support

About The Role

As a Transmission Line Mechanic, you’ll play a key role in constructing, maintaining and upgrading transmission lines across the region.

Your Day-to-day Will Include

• Building, maintaining and repairing transmission line structures and hardware
• Climbing structures and working at heights across diverse outdoor environments
• Supporting line stringing, conductor installation and maintenance works
• Ensuring safe and reliable operation of critical network assets
• Working closely with crews to deliver projects safely, on time and to a high standard

This is a physically active, hands‑on role with variety, working across multiple sites and conditions.

About You

You’re motivated, safety-focused and enjoy working as part of a team in the outdoors.

You’ll Bring

• Experience as a Transmission Line Mechanic or in line construction/maintenance
• Ability to work at heights and in varying weather conditions
• Strong commitment to Health & Safety and safe work practices
• A proactive attitude and willingness to learn and grow
• Full Class 1 licence (Class 2 or higher advantageous)
• Build a career that powers the future

At Ventia, you’ll be part of a team delivering essential infrastructure while building a stable, long-term career with real progression opportunities.

About Ventia

As a leading services provider, we maintain, operate, and manage the essential infrastructure that makes modern life possible across Australia and New Zealand. With more than 35,000 employees and subcontractors across 400 sites, joining Ventia means becoming part of a team that values its people, supports career growth, and helps everyone go further towards their full potential.

Diversity

Our commitment to Fairness, Inclusion and Respect shapes how we lead, collaborate, hire and support one another. We welcome applications from people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds, including Māori and Pasifika peoples and people of all genders, identities, sexual orientations, beliefs and caring responsibilities. We are dedicated to providing an accessible recruitment process and encourage you to request adjustments at any stage.

How To Apply

Click the Apply Now button to start the journey to find your further with Ventia.

Position Reference Number: 167293