Downer
Leading provider of integrated services across Australia and New Zealand, delivering infrastructure solutions.
Trainee Line Mechanic
Trainee Line Mechanic learning transmission network construction, maintenance, and fault diagnosis.
Job Highlights
About the Role
• Assist experienced Line Mechanics in constructing, maintaining, and fault diagnosing transmission equipment. • Champion Zero Harm by working safely and supporting a strong team culture.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸construction
- ▸maintenance
- ▸fault diagnosis
- ▸transmission
- ▸safety
What You Bring
We have an opportunity for a Trainee Line Mechanic (Transmission) to join Downer’s team in Taranaki. In this role you’ll work alongside experienced Line Mechanics and Supervisors, learning to construct, maintain, and diagnose transmission network equipment. You’ll complete required training and study towards registration and a practising certificate while gaining valuable hands‑on field experience. You are motivated, reliable and keen to learn, enjoy teamwork, take safety seriously and are committed to developing your skills over time. You should have Level 1 passes in English and Maths, a current Class 1 driver’s licence with a clean record, good verbal and written communication, a positive attitude, strong work ethic and an interest in the electrical industry or a pre‑trades course. Physical fitness for manual work in outdoor and challenging conditions is also required. • Complete training and study toward registration and a practising certificate. • Hold Level 1 English and Maths passes, a clean Class 1 driver’s licence, and strong communication skills. • Demonstrate physical fitness for manual outdoor work and a positive, reliable attitude.
Requirements
- ▸level 1
- ▸class 1 licence
- ▸registration
- ▸transmission
- ▸physical fitness
- ▸communication
Benefits
Your development will be supported through structured programmes, additional training as agreed, and exposure to a variety of work activities. Safety is central to everything we do, and you’ll play an active role in promoting Zero Harm, working safely, and contributing positively to a strong team culture. This is an ideal role for someone who enjoys practical outdoor work and wants a long‑term career in the electricity industry.
Work Environment
Field