Trainee Glove And Barrier Line Mechanics (coromandel, Paeroa & Matamata)

Downer Group

Matamata, New Zealand
Not specified; guaranteed hours; penal rates + ros...
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Ewrb line mechanic registration or distribution line mechanic qualification
At least two years post-qualification experience
Experience in overhead and/or underground distribution networks
** Downer Group is seeking Trainee Glove and Barrier Line Mechanics for their Coromandel Energy Utilities team in Matamata, New Zealand. The role offers career development opportunities, a supportive culture, and a strong focus on safety and community service. **

Job Summary

  • The role involves delivering overhead and underground maintenance, construction, and reactive fault response to keep local electricity networks reliable.
  • Employees receive structured development, mentoring, and progression pathways across HV, Cable Jointing, and Power Technician roles.
  • The company offers guaranteed hours, penal rates, roster pay, and a supportive crew culture with comprehensive wellbeing benefits.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** Downer Group is seeking Trainee Glove and Barrier Line Mechanics for their Coromandel Energy Utilities team in Matamata, New Zealand. The role offers career development opportunities, a supportive culture, and a strong focus on safety and community service. **

Salary

Not specified; Guaranteed hours; Penal rates and roster pay included

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • EWRB Line Mechanic Registration or Distribution Line Mechanic qualification
  • At least two years post-qualification experience
  • Experience in overhead and/or underground distribution networks
  • Commitment to Zero Harm safety practices
  • Physical fitness for outdoor work at heights

Nice-to-have

  • Glove Barrier specialist skills
  • Live-line operation expertise
  • Strong communication and teamwork abilities
  • Willingness to relocate within service areas
  • Participation in rotating first-response fault roster

Key Requirements

  • EWRB Line Mechanic Registration or equivalent qualification
  • Minimum two years of post-qualification experience
  • Valid work authorization for New Zealand

Work Rights

Must be able to live within wider service areas (Tokoroa, Putaruru, Matamata, etc.)

Sponsorship: available

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