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Trainee Line Mechanic

Oamaru, Otago💼 Full-time🗓 2026-09-24 → 2026-09-25

Core

Train a new Line Mechanic in the construction and maintenance of electricity networks, including overhead lines, underground cables, and substation work.

Role type

Trainee Line Mechanic (Level 4 trade qualification)

Builds

Electricity distribution and transmission infrastructure

Domain

Utilities / Electrical Infrastructure

Deliverable

physical/clinical work

Required skills

physical fitness, ability to work at heights, safety compliance, vehicle operation, teamwork, literacy and numeracy

Preferred skills

full New Zealand Class 1 driver licence

Technologies

heavy vehicles, plant and equipment, overhead line equipment, underground cable systems

Responsibilities

construct and maintain overhead and underground electricity networks, operate vehicles and plant safely, follow industry safety procedures, complete off-site block courses, work effectively as part of a field crew

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