Job Description

About PowerNet:

We’re New Zealand’s fourth largest electricity network company managing five electricity networks across the diverse and spectacular lower South Island. We pride ourselves on delivering safe, efficient, and reliable power to southern communities and our field teams play a significant part in our business.

About the role:

As a Line Mechanic based at our Gore Depot, you’ll be part of an experienced, dynamic and forward-thinking team focused on ensuring reliable electricity for our customers throughout the network.

As part of your role as a Line Mechanic you will be:

• Installing, replacing and maintaining overhead power lines, poles and pole-mounted equipment (i.e. transformers, fuses, switches, circuit breakers, conductors, cross-arms, insulators, terminations, connections, etc.).
• Installing, replacing and maintaining underground/ground-mounted power line equipment (i.e. cables, transformers, switches, circuit breakers, fuses, enclosures, pillar boxes, terminations, connections, etc.).

All while adhering to and complying with the NAC Scope of Practice

Our ideal candidate will have:

• A current EWRB limited registration
• A minimum 2 years’ experience as a Line Mechanic within the electricity industry in New Zealand
• Working knowledge of the industry’s safety regulations

As part of the role you will need to be:

• able to respond to after-hours call outs as and when required
• physically fit
• comfortable working outdoors
• a cooperative team player

If you are a fully qualified line mechanic this would be a distinct advantage but consideration will be given to driven individuals looking for the opportunity to start their career in the distribution electrical industry – if you are looking to change careers this could be the opportunity you have been looking for!

Make the move to Southland:

Southland offers superb lifestyle and recreational opportunities, world-class sports facilities, affordable housing and high-quality educational choices.

A bustling service town in Eastern Southland, Gore offers plenty of opportunities to experience the great outdoors or get involved in the community. It’s the home of brown trout fishing and a base for pursuits such as hunting and tramping in the wider Southern Lakes area. There are primary schools and two high schools, an excellent multisport facility and a lively arts and culture scene.

If you are keen to make the move to Southland - relocation assistance may be considered for the right candidate.

What’s in it for you?

• Opportunity to work in a supportive team environment where safety comes first
• Competitive salary with penal rates for overtime and standby roster
• Fully subsidised Southern Cross Wellbeing Two health insurance with discounted rates available for family
• Five weeks annual leave

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a dynamic, challenging industry that’s critical to New Zealand’s future while enjoying all that living in Southland has to offer.

For more information, or to apply online visit our Careers website at careers.powernet.co.nz/

Applications close Monday 13 April 2026

To be considered for this role you will need to either be a New Zealand resident or have a current New Zealand work visa.

Here at PowerNet, our people are our most valuable asset. We are an equal opportunity employer who celebrates diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.