Distribution Line Mechanic

Posted: 20/05/2026

Closing Date: 21/06/2026

Job Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Wellington - Upper Hutt

Job Category: Trades & Operators

Job Description

• Based in Upper Hutt
• 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.

About the Role

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

The successful candidates will work on key responsibilities like:

• Undertaking Hot Stick or Glove and Barrier work methods up to and including 66kV.
• Identifying electrical systems in preparation for work.
• Climbing and working on electricity network structures.
• Using lines machinery plant and equipment in an electricity network environment.
• Determining the condition of electricity supply lines.
• ing earths to and removing earths from overhead electricity supply line conductors.
• Developing work plans for construction and servicing overhead electricity supply lines and equipment.
• Joining electricity network overhead conductors.
• Overhauling non-load bearing pole hardware and pole structures in electrical networks up to 33 kV.
• Replacing load bearing pole hardware in electrical networks up to 33 kV.
• Installing and replacing electricity network pole structures.
• Installing electricity network overhead conductors.
• Operating ground and structure mounted electrical equipment associated with electricity lines up to 33 kV.
• Installing electricity network overhead conductors.
• Removing electricity network overhead pole line installations up to 110 kV.

Qualifications and Skills

• A trade qualification as a distribution line mechanic is required with EWRB – Practicing License or Limited Certificate registration as a Distribution Line Mechanic.
• A minimum of 2 years post certification/registration experience in general line work, including current competence in the equivalent earthed line processes to be undertaken live.
• Hands-on experience in distribution line work to industry standards.
• A thorough knowledge of current regulatory and industry requirements.
• Training and Certification in Live Line training ECP46.

Perks and Benefits

• Company provided health insurance for employees and dependents
• Access to VINCI Shares
• 6% Kiwisaver employer contribution and 9% after 10 years of service
• Career Advancement Opportunities

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, 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 .

How to

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 Sunday 21 June 2026.

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 for jobs when they meet only 60% of the qualifications, whereas women and individuals from underrepresented groups usually 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.