Line Mechanic Auxiliary Works and Switching

We are looking for a qualified Line Mechanic who will specialize in auxiliary works to join our experienced team at Northpower. In this role, you’ll carry out auxiliary network tasks across the Waikato and Bay of Plenty regions which includes stand overs, close approach consents, safety disconnections, and third-party switching. You’ll also support our line crews with the construction, maintenance, and repair of overhead and underground electricity networks. Every day is different, and your work will directly contribute to keeping our communities safely connected.

Role Responsibilities

Completing a variety of network auxiliary works:

• Stand overs
• Close approach consents
• Safety disconnections
• Third-party switching

Supporting field crews with

• Pole and conductor installation/replacement
• Maintenance and repairs to overhead and underground lines (up to 33kV, sometimes 110kV)
• Operating electrical equipment safely and efficiently
• Accurately completing all required job documentation and reporting
• Proactively identifying and addressing health, safety, and quality issues

What Northpower Offers You

Make real impact across Aotearoa in a stable and future‑focused sector. At Northpower, you’ll do work that matters and powers our communities while growing your career in an organisation that genuinely cares for its people.

You’ll benefit from:

• A people‑first culture built on safety, inclusion, and deep care, where contributions are recognised and wellbeing is supported through EAP and our award‑winning peer support network (Kaitiaki)

• Fair and market competitive pay including a tool of trade vechicle , with the flexibility to tailor through additional leave and increased employer KiwiSaver contributions

• Life insurance and preventative health initiatives (including annual flu immunisations and Mole Maps)

• Discounted group medical cover and health and fitness programmes (including Fitness Passport)

• Discounted fuel rates plus a range of retail discounts (including Boost, PB Tech and Specsavers)

• Ongoing learning and development, with clear career pathways to help you grow, specialise, or progress

• A welcoming, family‑friendly workplace where people are encouraged to be themselves and feel valued

Experience

• EWRB registered Line Mechanic (current and valid)
• Experience with using and navigating applications on an iPad
• Experience with distribution line construction and maintenance
• Solid understanding of industry safety standards and best practices
• Strong communication and customer interaction skills
• A team player who can also work independently
• Full NZ Class 1 driver’s licence (Class 2 or above preferred)

Northpower is one of the largest multi-utility contractors in New Zealand, servicing the needs of clients in transmission, distribution, generation, fibre and commercial sectors. We have a reputation for excellence and innovation, providing commercially viable solutions for electrical and telecommunication design, construction, and maintenance requirements. We have over 1,400 employees working together across 16 locations to keep the power on and the lights going for our customers.

Prioritize your safety and dive into a fulfilling career journey with us! Join a team where people come first and opportunities for growth await. Don't miss out apply now at our career’s website using #REQ2046. Your success story begins here! Suitable applicants will be interviewed whilst the advertisement is open. Send in your interest early, please note that to be considered for this role, you must be in New Zealand and possess a current work visa. Unfortunately, we cannot consider applications from those without the right to work in New Zealand.