New Plymouth, Taranaki, New Zealand · On-site
About the Role: As a Line Mechanic Team Leader, you will lead a team to manage and deliver work safely, efficiently and positively, you’ll provide hands-on technical support, scoping and planning assistance, and ensure a…
Skills: Team leadership, Electrical maintenance, Workplace competency assessment, Technical drawing interpretation, Safety compliance
New Plymouth, Taranaki, New Zealand · On-site
About the Role As a Glove & Barrier Line Mechanic, you will be responsible for carrying out the construction, maintenance and servicing of overhead electricity lines and associated equipment, ensuring work is completed s…
Skills: Overhead line maintenance, Electrical network construction, Equipment servicing, Technical drawing interpretation, Safety auditing
New Plymouth, Taranaki, New Zealand · On-site
Company Description Join the Firstgas team and enjoy a career full of good energy and great rewards. He aha koe ka aroha ai ki a Clarus (Why you'll love Clarus) At Clarus you’re part of the team of talented specialists h…
Skills: Administration, Coordination, Customer service, Database management, Record keeping
New Plymouth, Taranaki, New Zealand · On-site
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Skills: Directional drilling, Plant operation, Construction practices, Team leadership, Excavation
New Plymouth, Taranaki, New Zealand · Hybrid
The importance of water to the health of our world can’t be overstated. As the frequency and intensity of floods, droughts and storms increases, the water industry must continue to build resiliency and lead from the fron…
Skills: Stormwater Design, Water Supply, Wastewater Management, 12D, Civil3D
New Plymouth, Taranaki, New Zealand · On-site
Protecting the health of our water. We believe that’s worth caring about. About Us: At Citycare Water, we’re proud to be the country’s largest dedicated experts in three waters – around 600 good p…
Skills: Road restoration, Concrete work, Paving, Backfilling, Site preparation
New Plymouth, Taranaki, New Zealand · On-site
We are seeking a motivated and commercially astute Project Manager to oversee the successful delivery of construction, maintenance, surfacing, and infrastructure projects across the Taranaki region. This is a leadership …
Skills: Project management, Contract management, Civil construction, Infrastructure, Stakeholder engagement
New Plymouth, Taranaki, New Zealand · Hybrid
The Opportunity We are seeking a highly organised and commercially minded Contracts Administrator to join our Energy & Utilities business. Reporting into the Commercial and Operational leadership team, this role is respo…
Skills: Contract administration, Billing, Invoicing, Job costing, Financial reporting
New Plymouth, Taranaki, New Zealand · On-site
Why you will enjoy working here | Ko te take ka parekareka e koe ki te mahi ki kōnei Downer is committed to delivering excellence by ensuring our people have the environment and the means to be successful. We offer: Rewa…
Skills: Civil Construction Supervision, Three Waters Infrastructure, Water Reticulation, Wastewater Networks, Drainage
Fulton HoganNew Plymouth, Taranaki, New Zealand · On-site
Mō te tūranga | About the role We’re looking for an experienced Drainlayer to join our Taranaki team and help deliver good work that keeps communities moving. In this role, you’ll carry out drainage installation, repairs…
Skills: Drainage Installation, Drainage Repair, Drainage Maintenance, Reading Plans, Pipe Gradient Checking
Fulton HoganNew Plymouth, Taranaki, New Zealand · On-site
Mō te tūranga | About the role We’re looking for an experienced Drainage Foreperson to join our team in New Plymouth. This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll lead water and drainage works, keep the crew moving, a…
Skills: Drainage Works, Civil Construction, Crew Leadership, Plan Reading, Specification Interpretation
New Plymouth, Taranaki, New Zealand · On-site
Protecting the health of our water. We believe that’s worth caring about. About Us: At Citycare Water, we’re proud to be the country’s largest dedicated experts in three waters – around 600 good p…
Skills: Water Reticulation Maintenance, Pipe Repair, Hydrant Installation, Meter Replacement, Valve Servicing
New Plymouth, Taranaki, New Zealand · On-site
Why you will enjoy working here | Ko te take ka parekareka e koe ki te mahi ki kōnei Downer Is Committed To Delivering Excellence By Ensuring Our People Have The Environment And The Means To Be Successful. We Offer Free …
Skills: Class 5 License, Road Sealing, Chip-sealing, Sprayer Truck Operation, Quality Control
New Plymouth, Taranaki, New Zealand · On-site
Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and motivated Team Leader to join our Taranaki team. In this role, you’ll lead a crew delivering construction, maintenance, and fault res…
Skills: Crew Leadership, Electrical Fitting, Construction Management, Maintenance Planning, Fault Response
New Plymouth, Taranaki, New Zealand · On-site
Ko te take ka parekareka e koe ki te mahi ki kōnei | Why you will enjoy working here Downer is an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people’s diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. As an i…
Skills: Distribution Network Maintenance, Fault Response, SMEI Compliance, Low-Voltage Safe Work Practices, Risk Identification
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The Line Mechanic Team Leader is responsible for managing a team to deliver work safely and efficiently while providing hands-on technical support and planning. They ensure all projects meet specifications, budget requirements, and industry regulations through audits, quality checks, and effective resource allocation.
Candidates must hold a relevant electrical trade qualification and a current New Zealand Electrical Registration (EWRB) with a practising licence. A minimum of 5 years of post-qualification experience and proven team leadership skills are required for this role.
About the Role:
As a Line Mechanic Team Leader, you will lead a team to
manage and deliver work safely, efficiently and positively, you’ll provide
hands-on technical support, scoping and planning assistance, and ensure all
jobs are completed to specification, on time, and within budget. You’ll work
closely with supervisors and management to align on job objectives while
ensuring compliance with industry regulations and company standards.
Key Responsibilities:
In this role, you will be responsible for leading,
motivating, and directing team members to achieve agreed work objectives while
maintaining a strong focus on safety, quality, and operational performance. You
will complete Workplace Competency (WTC) assessments across people, plant,
equipment, and site activities, conduct audits and quality checks, and ensure
plant and equipment are compliant, tested, fit for purpose, and in good working
order. You will promote a proactive safety culture through toolbox checks and
effective communication, while accurately scoping jobs and identifying
environmental and other influencing factors. You will plan and allocate labour,
plant, and materials, ensuring jobs are correctly scoped and priced, and that
hours, plant, and equipment are accurately allocated to the appropriate job or
non-chargeable codes. You will interpret technical drawings and specifications,
provide guidance to the team, and ensure all required reports are completed
accurately and on time. You will also identify opportunities for cost savings
and continuous improvement, while communicating financial performance and job
progress to the team in a clear, practical, and engaging way.
Experience:
-Relevant electrical trade qualification(s)
-NZ Electrical Registration (EWRB) with a current practising
licence
-Strong knowledge of Codes of Practice, relevant
legislation, policies, standards, and the Safe Manual Electricity Industry
(SE-MI)
-Current Workplace Competencies (WTCs) as required for the
role
-Minimum 5 years’ post-qualification experience
-Proven team leadership experience
-Strong planning and organisational skills
-Ability to foster and promote a positive safety culture
-Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
-Strong critical thinking and problem-solving ability
-High integrity, consistency, and composure under pressure
-Ability to motivate, influence, and support others
What We Offer:
Our team is committed to creating a positive and supportive
work environment where collaboration is highly valued. We are proud to have a
leadership team that offers guidance and encouragement to help all team members
perform their best work.
You will enjoy benefits like:
- Competitive remuneration, tool of trade vehicle and
opportunity to earn overtime allowance
- An in-house well-being programme, a peer support network
(Kaitiaki) and EAP services
- Life Insurance and group discounted medical insurance
- Commitment to professional growth and development
- A friendly workplace where people are valued and
appreciated
- Tailored leadership development in line with our
specialised capability framework
- Social club and participate in family and social events
and activities
- Discounted gym membership and a range of retail discounts
About us:
Northpower is an electricity and fibre network provider for
Whangārei and Kaipara, with more than 60,000 connected customers.
We’re one of the largest multi-utility contractors in New Zealand, servicing
the needs of clients in transmission, distribution, generation, fibre,
renewables, and commercial sectors. With over 1,400 staff working across 14
locations, we’ve built a reputation for excellence, innovation, and delivering
commercially viable solutions for electrical and telecommunication design,
construction, and maintenance
Apply Now:
We’re not just offering a job we’re offering the
opportunity to lead a crew that delivers essential services to the people of
Aotearoa every day. You’ll be supported to grow, given the space to lead, and
part of a wider team that’s focused on doing the right thing, every time. Don’t
miss out apply now at our career’s website using #REQ2086 Suitable applicants
will be interviewed whilst the advertisement is open. Please note that to be
considered for this role, you must be in New Zealand and possess a current work
visa. Unfortunately, we cannot consider applications from those without the
right to work in New Zealand
Improving access, opportunity and prosperity for our communities.
Northpower operates and maintains both the electricity and fibre networks in the Whangārei and Kaipara region of Northland, New Zealand. We also provide specialist contracting services to our partners, other network owners and operators across the North Island. We employ over 1,300 people in a wide variety of roles, with an annual revenue of over $300m. Improving access, opportunity and prosperity for the people and communities we serve 24 hours a day, 7 days a week is at the heart of what we do. Northpower is recognised in the electricity sector as a trusted, innovative and reliable service provider, with a strong ethos of safely delivering on commitments - attributes backed by a deep understanding of network ownership and management. We’re proud to partner with some of New Zealand’s largest electricity sector companies including Transpower, Vector and Powerco, providing essential services to their customers and communities, and helping to build the critical infrastructure of New Zealand’s future. Over 60,000 consumers are connected to Northpower's electricity network. We’re owned by the Northpower Electric Power Trust, a non-profit entity that distributes our profits back to our beneficiary owners - the people of Whangārei and Kaipara. The Northpower team is focused and people oriented. We have a solid reputation with a true, authentic, behaviour-based culture. Working on a range of purposeful projects the health, safety and wellbeing of our people is a huge focus. We’re always on the lookout for exceptional talent to come and join our team.
Offices: 28 Mt Pleasant Rd, Whangarei, North Island, New Zealand 0110, NZ · 48 Kerwyn Avenue, Auckland, 2013, NZ · 36 Evolution Drive, Hamilton, 3288, NZ · 15 Rockford Street, Matamata, 3473, NZ · 60 Taitimu Street, Tauranga, 3171, NZ
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