Trainee Transmission Line Mechanic

Based in Dunedin Comprehensive Health Insurance. Life & Disability Cover Generous KiwiSaver Contributions. Enhanced Parental Leave. Birthday Leave. Long Service Rewards. Career Advancement Opportunities. Be a part of a Great Team. Full-time, Permanent contract with a minimum of 40 hours guaranteed per week. Monday – Friday and may be required to participate in a standby roster About the Role Looking for your next big opportunity? We’ve got an exciting Trainee Transmission Line Mechanic role just for you! In this position, you’ll attain the New Zealand Certificate in Electricity Supply (Transmission Line Mechanic) levels 2 and 4 and obtain EWRB registration as a transmission line mechanic. We are looking for a Trainee who is motivated to learn and able to take instructions. Be able to confidently work at heights ranging from 15m to 75m. Identifying electrical systems in preparation for work. Climbing and working on electricity network structure. Using lines machinery, plant, and equipment in an electricity network environment. Determining the condition of electricity lines. Applying earths to and removing earths from overhead electric line conductors. Servicing of overhead electricity lines and equipment. Jointing electricity network overhead conductors. Replacing load bearing poles and hardware in electrical networks up to 110 kV. Overhauling tower structures and hardware in electrical networks up to 220 kV. Understanding and implementing the company health and safety policy and taking reasonable care of own health and safety and the health and safety of others. Setting a personal example on all matters of health and safety and participate in Perimeter worker participation practices. Qualifications and Skills A minimum of NZQA level 1 required. An awareness of industry safety requirements. Previous experience and aptitude for outdoor work. Flexibility required in dealing with adverse weather, resource, materials, and other conditions. A full New Zealand Class 1 driver's licence is required Who are we? Omexom is part of a global family of energy infrastructure services providers operating under the VINCI group which is a world leader in concessions, energy, and construction, operating in more than 120 countries worldwide. The brand network is a multi-disciplinary network, able to offer customized multi-technical, multi-site, or multi-country services. With our 1,000+ employees in 29 locations nationwide and $390M in revenue, Omexom has long-standing partnerships with Vector, Transpower, Auckland Transport, and Firstgas, while servicing our newer clients Watercare, Auckland District Health Board, Wellington Electricity, and City Rail Link Limited. In Aotearoa, Omexom is well positioned through this international network with shared values and vast resources, and a continued commitment to safety, excellence, and sustainable solutions. At Omexom, we are committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment that values and respects diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We welcome and encourage women, and people from diverse backgrounds to apply. Please note, that only candidates with the right to live and work in New Zealand will be considered for this role. #J-18808-Ljbffr