Transmission Line Mechanic Trainee

Earn While You Learn and Build a Career with Ventia

Are you looking for more than just a job Do you want a career where youll develop specialist skills work with a great team and play a vital role in keeping New Zealand connected

Ventia is seeking motivated and safety-focused individuals to join our team in Wellingtonas Transmission Line Mechanic Trainees. This is a fantastic opportunity to earn while you learn receive industry-leading training and develop a long-term career in the electricity transmission industry.

If youre hands-on enjoy working outdoors and arent afraid of heights this could be the opportunity youve been looking for.

What Does a Transmission Line Mechanic Do

Transmission Line Mechanics are responsible for constructing maintaining inspecting and repairing the high-voltage transmission lines that carry electricity throughout New Zealand.

As a trainee youll work alongside experienced professionals who will teach you the technical skills needed to work on transmission towers and associated infrastructure. Over time youll gain the knowledge and experience to work safely at height use specialist equipment and contribute to essential projects that help power homes businesses and communities.

This is not your typical Monday-to-Friday office job. Youll be part of a team working in a variety of environments from remote rural locations and farmland to hills forests and rugged terrain.

What to Expect

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys variety adventure and working outdoors. You can expect to:

• Travel to project sites throughout the region and across New Zealand when required
• Spend periods working away from home with accommodation and allowances provided where applicable
• Work in remote and rural environments often accessing transmission towers located off the beaten track
• Work outdoors in a range of weather conditions including wind rain heat and cold
• Climb towers and work at height while following industry-leading safety procedures
• Be part of a close-knit team where everyone looks out for each other
• Every day brings a new challenge a new location and an opportunity to learn from some of the best people in the industry.

Whats In It For You

• Earn while you learn with paid on-the-job training
• Learn from experienced industry professionals and qualified mentors
• Gain valuable technical skills and recognised industry qualifications
• Work for a reputable organisation with a strong safety culture
• Career development and progression opportunities across Ventia
• Be part of a supportive and hardworking team
• Build a rewarding career maintaining critical national infrastructure
• Find your future and Find Your Further with Ventia

Were Looking For People Who:

• Have a positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Are willing to learn and develop new skills
• Enjoy working outdoors and in changing environments
• Are physically fit and comfortable carrying out manual work
• Are not afraid of heights
• Can work away from home when required
• Value teamwork safety and reliability
• Hold a Full Class 1 Driver Licence (preferred but not essential)

Why Ventia

At Ventia we invest in our people and provide opportunities to build meaningful careers. Whether youre starting your working journey or looking for a fresh challenge well provide the training support and development needed to help you succeed.

Take the first step towards an exciting career in the transmission industry. Apply today and Find Your Further with Ventia.

Applications close on 18 Sept 2026 at 5 pm

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About Ventia
As a leading services provider wemaintain operateand manage the essentialinfrastructure that makes modern life possible across Australia and New Zealand. With more than35000 employeesandsubcontractorsacross 400 sites joining Ventia means becoming part of a team that values its people supports careergrowthand helps everyone go further towards their full potential.

Our commitment to Fairness Inclusion and Respect shapes how we lead collaborate hire and support one another. We welcome applications from people of all ages abilities and backgrounds including Māori and Pasifika peoples and people of all genders identities sexual orientations beliefs and caring responsibilities. We are dedicated to providing an accessible recruitment process and encourage you to request adjustments at any stage.

How to apply
Click the Apply Now button to start the journey to find your further with Ventia.

Position Reference Number: 168695