Trainee Line Mechanic - Paeroa

Trainee Line Mechanic

Join Downer as a Trainee Line Mechanic and gain the skills, experience, and nationally recognised qualifications needed to become a qualified Line Mechanic. The opportunity is for someone who is motivated, hands-on, and keen to build a long-term career in the electricity distribution sector. We'd welcome applications from qualified Electricians or Tradespeople, looking to retrain in a reliable skillset, with plenty of industry growth on the map. As a Trainee Line Mechanic, you'll work alongside experienced crews across Paeroa, and the greater Waikato region, learning the skills required to construct, maintain, inspect, and repair electrical network infrastructure. Through a combination of on-the-job training and formal study, you'll develop the technical knowledge and practical experience needed to achieve registration and become a qualified Line Mechanic. You'll play an important role in supporting the delivery of safe, reliable, and high-quality services to our customers while contributing to a strong team culture and our commitment to Zero Harm. This is a full-time, permanent opportunity, guaranteeing 40 hours per week. Excellent earning potential through paid overtime, faults response rostering, and occasional night work.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Learning the skills required to construct, maintain, and repair electrical network assets
• Completing required industry training, studies, and assessments toward qualification as a Line Mechanic
• Assisting with fault diagnosis and rectification activities under supervision
• Supporting daily field operations and project delivery across the network
• Maintaining accurate records and complete required documentation
• Working safely and contribute to Downer's Zero Harm culture
• Promoting environmentally responsible work practices and support sustainability initiatives
• Building strong working relationships with team members, supervisors, and stakeholders

About You:

• NCEA Level 2, including English, Mathematics, and at least one additional subject
• Current Class 1 driver's licence with a clean driving record – Class 2 with a WTR endorsement is a bonus
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• A commitment to workplace health, safety, and wellbeing
• The ability to learn quickly and follow instructions
• A team-focused approach with a positive attitude
• Physical fitness and the ability to perform manual work in a variety of conditions

Benefits of Working at Downer:

• Earn while you learn apprenticeship pathway
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities
• A supportive team environment with experienced mentors
• Access to employee benefits and discounts, including Southern Cross health insurance discounts, gym memberships, travel, retail offers, and more
• Guaranteed full-time hours of 40 hours per week, with any overtime, night work, or away work compensated
• Opportunity to develop a long-term career with one of New Zealand's leading infrastructure providers

Our Organisation:

Downer's Energy & Utilities business unit is an integrated trans-Tasman team providing services and solutions that connect communities to essential networks and infrastructure. We design, build, operate, and maintain critical assets and networks across the electricity, water, gas, telecommunications, industrial, and power generation sectors. Our people are at the heart of our success. Downer is an inclusive employer that values the diverse experiences, talents, and cultures our people bring. We welcome applications from everyone.