Line Mechanic

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

Downer 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.

We offer:

• Great earning potential with a competitive base rate coupled with penalty rates and allowances
• Free membership to Marram, offering subsidised healthcare and access to holiday homes
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) covering mental health, nutrition, financial, legal, coaching and wellbeing support
• PPE, Uniform and general tools of trade
Work alongside a team, and business you can rely on to keep everyone safeProgression and development programmes to support your personal and professional growth

Te Kōwhiringa | The Opportunity

We’re looking for a qualified Line Mechanic to join our Energy & Utilities team based in Welbourne, New Plymouth.

Deliver high-quality construction, maintenance and fault response work across network equipment and installations. This is a hands-on, technical position where your work directly supports the reliability of critical infrastructure.

Key responsibilities include:

• Installing, maintaining and repairing distribution network assets
• Maintaining SMEI, regulatory and work practices compliance
• Identification and minimisation of risks, ensuring safe delivery at all times
• Responding to network faults as required
Coaching and mentoring of developing crew

This is a Full-time, permanent role, offering 40 hours per week, with the addition of penalty rates for overtime and allowances for lates, aways and when on-call.

Mōu koe | About You

You’re a skilled Line Mechanic with strong technical capability and a commitment to safety, quality and teamwork. With experience in the construction, maintenance, and fault-finding of distribution network assets, you'll be ready to hit the ground running.

You’ll bring:

• Line Mechanic registration and current EWRB practising licence or ability to obtain
• NZQA Electricity Supply Level 4 qualification or ability to obtain
• Full Class 1 driver’s licence
• Strong knowledge of SMEI and low-voltage safe work practices
• Clear written and verbal communication (WMS, JSEAs)
• Energy & commitment to maintain our solid team culture
• Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to safety
• G&B qualification & Heavy Trade licence desirable
Flexibility to work on an on-call faults roster and travel on occasion

Ko wai mātou | Our Organisation

Downer’s Energy & Utilities business unit is a leading trans-Tasman provider of essential infrastructure services. We partner with clients such as Vector and Auckland Transport to design, build, operate, and maintain critical electricity networks that power communities. At Downer, we value diversity and inclusion and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive.

Me pēhea ki te tono | How to Apply

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, apply now with your CV, cover letter and relevant licences/quals.