Downer

Line Mechanic - Wiri, Auckland

Downer  •  Auckland, NZ (Onsite)  •  7 days ago
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Job Description

Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity
We’re looking for a registered Line Mechanic to join our Auckland Distribution team, supporting work across the AT and Vector networks.

In this role, you’ll deliver high-quality construction, maintenance and fault response across network equipment and installations. This is a hands-on, technical position where your work directly supports the reliability of critical infrastructure.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Installing, maintaining and repairing distribution network assets
  • Diagnosing faults and carrying out effective rectification works
  • Ensuring all work complies with SMEI, regulations and approved work practices
  • Identifying risks and applying appropriate controls to ensure safe delivery
  • Completing work safely, efficiently and to specification
  • Building strong relationships with supervisors, clients (AT/Vector), suppliers and other trades

This is a Full-time permanent role, offering 40 hours per week, and great penalty rates and allowances with overtime, faults rostering, and occasional night work.

Mōu koe | About You
You’re a skilled Line Mechanic with strong technical capability and a commitment to safety, quality and teamwork. With experience in construction, maintenance, and fault-finding of distribution network assets, you'll be ready to hit the ground running.

You’ll bring:

  • Line Mechanic registration and current EWRB practising licence
  • NZQA Level 4 qualification
  • Full Class 1 driver’s licence
  • Strong knowledge of SMEI and low-voltage safe work practices

  • Clear written and verbal communication (WMS, JSEAs)
  • Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to safety
  • G&B qualification & Heavy Trade licence desirable


You’ll also be confident engaging with clients, team members and the public, representing Downer professionally at all times.

Ko wai mātou | Our Organisation
Downer’s Energy & Utilities business unit is a leading trans-Tasman provider of essential infrastructure services. We partner with clients such as Vector and Auckland Transport to design, build, operate, and maintain critical electricity networks that power communities. At Downer, we value diversity and inclusion and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive.


Me pēhea ki te tono | How to Apply

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, apply now with your CV, cover letter and relevant licences/quals.

Downer

About Downer

Enabling communities to thrive.

It’s what we’ve done for more than 150 years. Solving problems. Making the extraordinary run smoothly every day. We’re keeping the lights on and the water flowing. Running the hospitals that take care of us. Delivering the transport that takes us from A to B. Maintaining communication networks that keep people connected. Helping our Government and Defence customers keep them protected. Delivering train fleets. Building bridges, roads and streets. Now we’re building momentum too. Moving forward even faster.

Across Australia and New Zealand, we’re transforming the way we work. Unlocking our potential to lead by example. Using our passion and expertise to deliver complex projects and turn fresh ideas into solutions that make society a better place. Creating opportunities for our people, growth and value for our shareholders, and world-class solutions for our customers. Imagining. Innovating. Engineering. Enabling.

Industry
Construction & Skilled Trades
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
North Ryde, AU
Year Founded
1933
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