Downer
Leading provider of integrated services across Australia and New Zealand, delivering infrastructure solutions.
Trainee LM Transmission
Trainee Transmission Line Mechanic role with training, on‑job learning and safety focus.
Job Highlights
About the Role
• Construct, maintain, and diagnose/rectify transmission network equipment. • Follow structured training and on‑the‑job learning programs. • Work collaboratively in a safety‑focused team. • Maintain physical stamina for demanding outdoor work. • Undertake pre‑employment drug test, medical assessment and Ministry of Justice check.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸transmission maintenance
- ▸equipment repair
- ▸safety collaboration
- ▸physical stamina
- ▸training programs
- ▸pre‑employment screening
What You Bring
You’re motivated, reliable and keen to build a long‑term career in the electricity industry. You enjoy hands‑on work, take safety seriously, and are comfortable working outdoors in physically demanding environments. You will bring Level 1 NCEA passes in English and Maths, a current Class 1 driver’s licence with a clean record, competent verbal and written communication skills, physical stamina to carry out manual work in challenging conditions, and an interest in the electrical industry—completion of a pre‑trades course is an advantage. If this sounds like the opportunity for you, please submit your application online via the advertisement. We are committed to a safe working environment for everyone, and all successful applicants will be required to undertake a pre‑employment drug test, medical assessment and Ministry of Justice check prior to starting employment. • Hold Level 1 NCEA passes in English and Mathematics. • Possess a clean Class 1 driver’s licence. • Demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills. • Show interest in the electrical industry; pre‑trades course completion is a plus.
Requirements
- ▸level 1
- ▸class 1 licence
- ▸communication
- ▸electrical
- ▸pre‑trades
- ▸physical stamina
Benefits
This is an exciting opportunity to launch your career as a Transmission Line Mechanic, gaining qualifications and learning the skills required to deliver high-quality construction, maintenance and fault diagnosis/rectification of transmission network equipment and installations. You’ll be supported through structured training, on-the-job learning and development opportunities, working in a team that values safety, teamwork and continuous improvement.
Work Environment
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