Transmission Line Mechanic

The role

As a Transmission Line Mechanic at Northpower, you’ll be at the forefront of transmission line construction and maintenance, ensuring that our customers' needs are met safely and efficiently. You'll be part of a great team working on essential projects and contributing to the smooth operation of our transmission lines. Your main focus will be on delivering high-quality work, operating electrical equipment, and completing necessary documentation while ensuring compliance with safety standards.

We are looking for a Transmission Line Mechanic to join our team, and you'll be based in either Hamilton or Rotorua. In this role, you'll work in a supportive environment where your contributions are valued, and you'll have opportunities to develop your skills and make a difference every day.

The key responsibilities for the Transmission Line Mechanic position include:
- Build and repair transmission lines in line with customer specifications and regulatory standards, ensuring reliable and safe power delivery.
- Develop and Implement Work Plans and manage the construction and maintenance of transmission equipment.
- Complete all necessary field paperwork, including inspection reports and asset documentation
- Proactively identify and resolve issues that may impact project timelines or quality

What’s in it for you?

You’ll be joining a team that’s all about creating a positive and supportive work environment where collaboration is key. We take pride in our leadership team, who are always there to guide and encourage you, helping you bring your best work to the table.

You will enjoy benefits like:
- An in-house well-being programme, a peer support network (Kaitiaki) and EAP services
- Life Insurance and group discounted medical insurance
- Commitment to professional growth and development
- A friendly workplace where people are valued and appreciated
- Tailored leadership development in line with our specialised capability framework
- Social club, family-friendly events and discounted gym membership along with various retail discounts.

About you

We’re looking for an experienced Transmission Line Mechanic who has a strong safety focus and is capable of working efficiently in a dynamic environment. If you have experience in transmission line work and hold the necessary qualifications, we’d love to hear from you!

To succeed in this role, you’ll bring some of the following skills and experience:

- Relevant transmission certifications and qualifications
- E1 and E2 or TLM or level 4 electricity supply transmission,
- At least 2 years of experience in a transmission line work environment
- Full, clean NZ driver’s license (Class 2 desirable)
- A strong commitment to health and safety practices
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- A great attitude and a willingness to be part of a high-performing team
- Live Line qualification non-essential but preferred

About us
Northpower is an electricity and fibre network provider for Whangārei and Kaipara, with more than 60,000 connected customers.

We are one of the largest multi-utility contractors in New Zealand, servicing the needs of clients in transmission, distribution, generation, fibre, renewables, 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 staff working together across 14 locations to keep the power on and the lights going for our customers.

Get in touch! 
Join us if you’re looking for a career defining role within a growing team where you can make your mark! Direct your profile into our career’s website and search for # REQ1479

Suitable applicants will be interviewed whilst the advertisement is open. Send in your interest early!
Unfortunately, applications from those without the right to work in New Zealand cannot be considered.
Pre-employment checks may include a criminal history check, drug and alcohol testing, and a medical assessment.
Northpower has an in-house recruitment team who manage recruitment for all our vacancies. If you're interested in a role with us, we would encourage you to apply directly online to us, as we don't accept candidates via agency (unless the role is advertised by the agency at our request).

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Northpower is an electricity and fibre network provider for Whangarei and Kaipara, with more than 60,000 connected customers. We also provide contracting services to our partners – other network owners and operators across the North Island.

We have over 1,000 staff working together across 13 locations to keep the power on and the lights going for our customers.

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Get in touch!

If this sounds like you, we’d love to receive your application today.

Due to current border restrictions, unfortunately applications from international candidates or those without the right to work in New Zealand cannot be considered. Northpower has an in-house recruitment team who manage recruitment for all our vacancies.  If you're interested in a role with us we would encourage you to apply directly online to us, as we don't accept candidates via agency (unless the role is advertised by the agency at our request).