•    Based in Auckland.
•    Comprehensive Health Insurance.
•    Life & Disability Cover
•    Generous KiwiSaver Contributions. 
•    Enhanced Parental Leave.
•    Birthday Leave. 
•    Long Service Rewards. 
•    Career Advancement Opportunities. 
•    Be a part of a Great Team.
•    This is a full-time, minimum 40 hours/week, permanent position from Monday to Friday, and may be required to participate in a standby roster. 

About the Role

Looking for your next big opportunity? We’ve got an exciting Distribution Line Mechanic role just for you! In this position, you’ll get to provide technical service to the company’s Distribution - Streetlight Division, making a real impact.

•    Identifying electrical systems in preparation for Streetlighting works
•    Working at height on electricity network systems and structures
•    Work in proximity of 11kV overhead network structures
•    Working within Auckland Transport’s Road Corridor under temporary traffic management operations.
•    Assisting in installation and maintenance of streetlights on standalone and network power pole mounted streetlights.
•    Using lines machinery plant and equipment in an electricity network environment
•    Determining the condition of electricity supply lines and underground streetlight cables.
•    Applying earths to and removing earths from overhead electricity supply line conductors
•    Developing work plans for construction and servicing of streetlight network. 
•    Joining electricity network overhead conductors
•    Installing and replacing streetlight pole structures and brackets mounted on overhead electrical network systems.
•    Installing and replacing aerial bundled conductors and associated line hardware
•    Installing terminations and joints in polymeric insulated power cables up to and including 1000 volts
•    Excavating and reinstating underground streetlight cable installation sites
•    Identify and repair faults on the streetlight power network and pilot system.
•    Troubleshoot streetlight failures connected via Light Point Controllers (LPC) to the Central Management System (CMS)
•    Maintain existing streetlights on Auckland Transport and Vector network.
•    New installation and upgrade of streetlights to LED’s
•    Work with the Auckland Transport’s Road Asset Maintenance Management (RAMM) system 
•    Provide support and assistance to deploy temporary traffic management for streetlight operational work.

Qualifications and Skills

•    EWRB – Full Practising Line Mechanic licence. 
•    At least 2 to 3 years of hands-on experience in distribution line work to industry standards.
•    A thorough knowledge of current regulatory and industry requirements.
•    Valid Full NZ Driver’s License 
•    Available to participate in a standby roster.
•    NZ or Australian Citizen/Permanent Resident
•    Presently in NZ with a right to live and work in New Zealand

Who are we?

Omexom is part of a global family of energy infrastructure services providers operating under the VINCI group which is a world leader in concessions, energy, and construction, operating in more than 120 countries worldwide. The brand network is a multi-disciplinary network, able to offer customized multi-technical, multi-site, or multi-country services.

With our 1,000+ employees in 29 locations nationwide and $390M in revenue, Omexom has long-standing partnerships with Vector, Transpower, Auckland Transport, and Firstgas, while servicing our newer clients Watercare, Auckland District Health Board, Powerco, Wellington Electricity, and City Rail Link Limited.

In Aotearoa, Omexom is well positioned through this international network with shared values and vast resources, and a continued commitment to safety, excellence, and sustainable solutions.

At Omexom, we are committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment that values and respects diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We welcome and encourage women, and people from diverse backgrounds to apply.

How to apply

If you like the sound of what we’re offering and think you are the right person for the job, we’d love to hear from you.  Hit the 'apply' button below.  Applications close on Sunday, 31st August 2025.

Please note, that only candidates with the right to live and work in New Zealand will be considered for this role.

According to the Harvard Business Review, men typically apply for jobs when they meet only 60% of the qualifications, whereas women and individuals from underrepresented groups usually apply only if they meet all the criteria. We're not just about checking boxes, so if you believe you have the skills but don't meet every requirement listed, please reach out if you would like to find out more, we'd love to talk with you.

Come join our amazing team and be a part of the pioneers in energy transition.