Electrical Fitter/Line Mechanic

Location: Coromandel, Waikato, New Zealand

Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity

This is a prime opportunity for an experienced Line Mechanic or Electrical Fitter to join our team in the Coromandel, supporting the local electricity network.

In the role, you will primarily: 

• Carry out construction, maintenance and fault response work across electricity distribution assets. 

• Be trusted to deliver high‑quality workmanship, diagnose and resolve issues, and ensure all tasks are completed safely and efficiently. 

• Work both independently and alongside a supportive, tight‑knit crew who take pride in the work they do for their community.

This is a full-time permanent opportunity, guaranteeing 40 hours weekly, with penal rates rewarded for overtime, on call and night work. 

Nga pūkenga matua | Important Skills

You’ll bring practical industry knowledge and the confidence to work in the electrical distribution environment. We’d also value someone with: 

• Relevant EWRB electrical registration with a current practising licence (or eligibility to obtain one)
• NZQA Distribution Level 4 qualification preferable
• A Class 1 (manual) and Class 2 licences
• Strong understanding of SMEI and safe low-voltage work practices
• Experience in electricity distribution construction, maintenance or fault response
• Ability to identify hazards, manage risk, and follow Zero Harm systems

This is a great opportunity to broaden your skills and join a reliable employer in the Telco sector. Training and support to complete further qualifications are available for successful applicants. 

Ngā Painga o te Mahi ki Downer | Benefits of working with Downer

Our purpose is to enable communities to thrive, driven by your passion and dedication. We offer a wide range of opportunities for personal and professional growth, with support systems tailored to your diverse needs and aspirations. 

Our benefits focus on four key areas:

• Career: We invest in your growth and success with personal development planning, training & upskilling opportunities, and leadership programmes. 

• Wellbeing: Your safety, health and wellbeing are our priorities. We promote zero harm practices in all disciplines across Downer. We also offer free counselling for you and immediate whanau members and access to Marram health care benefits and discounted holiday homes across Aotearoa. 

• Community: Together, we make a difference. We are proud of our strong culture and teams within E&U. Downer also have a range of employee networks that celebrate our diversity and embrace connections across disciplines, such as our StandOut (LGBTQIA+), Fetu Pasifika, EmpowerHER and Wāhine Kotahitanga networks.

• Individuality: We celebrate high performance and what makes you unique. Perks@Downer hosts a range of offers to suit your needs - including discounts on gym memberships, car rentals, movies, travel, and cash back on retail purchases. 

Discover more of our great benefits here!

Ko wai mātou | Our Organisation 

Downer's Energy & Utilities business is a trans‑Tasman team delivering the essential services that keep our communities connected. We design, build, operate and maintain critical assets and networks across water, electricity, telecommunications, industrial and power generation sectors. Our strength comes from our in‑house technical expertise, specialist engineering capability, trusted OEM partnerships and highly skilled crews.

You want your work to matter, and so do we. With more than 26,000 people across our wider Downer whānau, we’re a diverse team of thinkers, doers, and problem‑solvers. We’re committed to building a team that reflects the communities we work in. We welcome people of all backgrounds, cultures, identities and abilities.

If your experience doesn’t tick every box, we’d still like to hear from you.

Me pēhea ki te tono | How to apply 

Please click "APPLY" and follow the prompts, make sure to include your CV and copies of relevant licenses/ qualifications. The reference number for this role is 727870. 

 

About Us

At Downer we plan, create and sustain. Downer is the leading provider of integrated services in Australia and New Zealand. Through trusted relationships and world leading insight we work closely with our customers to design, build and sustain assets, infrastructure, and facilities. 

About the Organization

Downer's Energy & Utilities business unit is an integrated trans-Tasman team, providing services and solutions that connect communities to essential networks and infrastructure.
We design, build, operate and maintain today's critical assets and networks, delivering complete services across the water, electricity, telecommunications, industrial and power generation sectors.
Our expertise spans in-house technical smarts, specialist engineering, integrated OEM partners, and dedicated crews of qualified tradespeople.Opportunity to join our Wharf Road-based team. Deliver safe installation, maintenance and fault repair across the electricity distribution network.