Glove and Barrier Line Mechanic Team Leader

Are you ready to take the next step in your Line Mechanic career while still staying close to the tools? Northpower is looking for a confident and capable Glove & Barrier Team Leader who’s passionate about leading high performance crews, working live on the network, and keeping communities connected safely and efficiently.This is your chance to step into a leadership role where you don’t lose touch with the work you love, while growing your leadership impact in one of Aotearoa’s essential industries.What You’ll Be Doing:As a Glove & Barrier Team Leader, you’ll take charge of day to day field operations, ensuring overhead line construction and maintenance is delivered to the highest safety and quality standards. You’ll lead from the front planning jobs, supporting live line work, operating equipment up to 33kV.From pole replacements to conductor installs, from live line glove and barrier work to safety audits and inspections your technical leadership will set the tone for every job. You’ll make sure your crew has the tools, support, and clear direction they need to succeed, while keeping customer needs and network standards front and centre.Step Up, Lead Strong The Experience We NeedYou’re a seasoned Line Mechanic with a strong background in glove and barrier live line work. You know the job inside out and more importantly; you know how to get the best out of others in the field. You’re someone who builds trust quickly, communicates clearly, and isn’t afraid to step in when something needs doing.You’ll bring:Proven experience working on overhead distribution networks.Glove & barrier live line competencyStrong planning and problem solving skillsLeadership experience or a strong desire to lead othersA practical, calm, and safety first approach to every jobA knack for getting paperwork done properly, the first timeYou will possibly be a part of after hours team roster to respond to fault works.We’re not just offering a job we’re offering the opportunity to lead a crew that delivers essential services to the people of Aotearoa every day. You’ll be supported to grow, given the space to lead, and part of a wider team that’s focused on doing the right thing, every time. About us: Northpower is one of the largest multi utility contractors in New Zealand, servicing the needs of clients in transmission, distribution, generation, fibre and commercial sectors. We have a reputation for excellence and innovation, providing commercially viable solutions for electrical and telecommunication design, construction, and maintenance requirements. We have over 1,400 employees working together across 16 locations to keep the power on and the lights going for our customers.Apply Now:We’re not just offering a job we’re offering the opportunity to lead a crew that delivers essential services to the people of Aotearoa every day. You’ll be supported to grow, given the space to lead, and part of a wider team that’s focused on doing the right thing, every time. Don’t miss out apply now at our career’s website using #REQ1761. Your success story begins here! Suitable applicants will be interviewed whilst the advertisement is open. Send in your interest early! Please note that to be considered for this role, you must be in New Zealand and possess a current work visa. Unfortunately, we cannot consider applications from those without the right to work in New Zealand.