Leading Hand Line Mechanic

Picture a life where you’re All Ways Connected to development opportunities, a commitment to your safety, and an approach towards innovation where your input is respected and valued.

This isn't just any Leading Hand Line Mechanic role. Yes, you'll be doing everything you'd expect, and using your technical expertise and leadership experience to the full, but what sets this role apart is Connetics itself.

Based in Central Otago, with the main office in Christchurch and another depot in Wellington, we're responsible for constructing and maintaining overhead and underground lines and equipment across these locations. Providing such a critical service is no easy task, and we know that to be the best, our people need to be connected, safe, and involved. That makes your satisfaction our top priority.

At Connetics, we believe in trading a “day in the life” for more life in a day; and there’s a lot to be said for the lifestyle opportunities in Central Otago. How about a shorter commute? Lots of possibilities for outdoorsy weekend adventures? More time for your family? That’s right – we know you have a life outside work, and we expect you to live it every day. 

If you're a registered Line Mechanic with a current practicing licence, proven supervisory experience, and you have significant experience in overhead line construction and maintenance, this could be the change you’ve been waiting for.

You can look forward to joining a friendly, social team who have a great time together, look out for one another, and are absolutely committed to everyone’s safety.

As well as your knowledge of the industry and related regulations, you'll bring strong written and oral English skills, an open mind, and confidence to share new ideas. You'll also be happy for some work-related travel - sometimes you'll have to go where you're needed to maintain and restore networks.

This isn't just about growing your career and living your best life. It's also about having more. More satisfaction, more opportunity, more innovation, more experiences - and more life in a day for the things and people that matter to you.

What will you do with it?

How we can enhance your life in a day:

• Develop your career with us. We provide and pay for all the training and licences you need to do your job (first aid, traffic management, electrical safety, heavy traffic licences etc), plus we provide paid relevant tertiary education to further your career
• Modern, well-maintained fleet of vehicles and plant, including latest tools and equipment
• Competitive hourly rate and penal rates. There are opportunities to earn overtime at the rate of T1.5
• Long Service Leave
• PPE provided annually, includes Merino base layers
• Allowances and paid travel time
• Kiwisaver at 3% on top of your wage. (This applies when you are eligible to receive in New Zealand)
• Wellness initiatives – including flu vaccinations
• Access to discounted medical insurance
• Work life balance
• Social Club with access to company Hanmer holiday home
• Relocation costs will be considered if relocating

Pre-Employment Tests | Medical & Ministry of Justice

Connetics require all successful applicants to complete a Pre-Employment medical test, which includes a Drug and Alcohol test and a pre-employment Ministry of Justice check

Overseas Applicants

Must hold New Zealand citizenship, New Zealand Permanent Residency or a Valid New Zealand Work Permit.

Please include evidence of your EWRB certification and any relevant formal qualifications

Further Information http://www.ewrb.govt.nz/training-and-qualifications/requirements-for-overseas-applicants/

Want to have more life in a day? Apply now at https://www.connetics.co.nz/careers/life-in-a-day