Line Mechanic Faults - Matamata

Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity

Downer’s Energy & Utilities team is seeking a Line Mechanic (Faults) to join our Valley region crew, supporting network fault response and restoration.

Working alongside a Team Lead, you’ll be out in the field responding to faults, restoring power, and helping keep the network running. This is a great role for someone who likes variety, problem-solving, and being part of a strong crew.

Based in Matamata, your day-to-day will include:

• Responding to overhead and underground network faults across the region
• Locating issues and helping restore power safely
• Carrying out switching under direction
• Completing repairs on lines, poles, and equipment
• Supporting your Team Lead and crew on-site
• Keeping job records and basic reporting up to date
Taking part in on-call and storm response when required

This is a full-time, permanent role with consistent work and great earning potential with our overtime faults rostering.

Ngā pūkenga matua | Important Skills

You’re a capable Line Mechanic who takes pride in safe, reliable work and enjoys being part of a team.

• Registered Line Mechanic with current practising licence
• Experience working on electricity distribution networks
• Exposure to fault response work
• Good understanding of safe work practices and SMEI
• Ability to follow direction and work well in a crew
• Strong focus on safety and doing the job right
Full NZ Driver Licence (Class 1, Class 2 preferred)

Ngā Painga o te Mahi ki Downer | Benefits of Working with Downer

At Downer, we deliver infrastructure that matters. You’ll join a respected Energy & Utilities team with a strong safety culture and a focus on practical, field-led delivery.

We offer:

• Competitive pay with allowances and on-call earning potential
• Consistent, varied work in faults and network operations
• Ongoing training and development
• Opportunities to gain further qualifications
• Strong safety culture and supportive team environment
• Marram health benefits and wellbeing support
Access to Downer Perks and employee discounts

Ko wai mātou | Our Organisation

Downer's Energy & Utilities business is a trans-Tasman team delivering the essential services that keep our communities connected. We design, build, operate, and maintain critical assets across electricity, water, telecommunications, and industrial sectors.

With more than 26,000 people across our wider Downer whānau, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Me pēhea ki te tono | How to Apply

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