Technical Coordinator

Job Description

Posted: 24/06/2025 Closing Date: 22/07/2025 Job Type: Permanent - Full Time Location: The Lines Company - Waitete Depot Job Category: Energy and Utilities Mō mātou | About Us At The Lines Company (TLC), we’re proud to power the King Country. But we’re more than just poles and wires—we’re about delivering real, lasting impact to our communities. Our Network Team is at the core of what we do, making sure our infrastructure is safe, reliable, and future-ready. Job Description Mō te tūranga | About the Role Are you an experienced Line Mechanic or Electrician who’s ready to give up the after-hours callouts and long days on the tools? This might just be the perfect next step. We’re on the hunt for a Technical Co-Ordinator to bridge the gap between the field and the office. You’ll use your practical expertise to coordinate materials, contractors and resources—making sure our projects run safely, smoothly, and on time. Whether it’s emergent work or planned projects, you’ll be central to delivering outcomes that make a real difference to our network and the communities we serve. You’ll lead small project teams, coordinate crews and contractors, and apply both sound project methodology and construction methodology to ensure the work is delivered safely, efficiently, and to spec. Your deep field knowledge will be key to turning plans into action—anticipating what’s needed on the ground and making it happen. Plus, you’ll be part of our event coordination standby roster—because flexibility is key in this dynamic role. Desired Skills And Experience Nā tāu rourou | What you’ll bring: A Level 4 electrical qualification (or similar) 10+ years’ experience in the electricity industry, with deep hands-on field knowledge A knack for organising and planning—you know how to line up the right people, parts and processes Experience leading teams or small projects Great communication skills and confidence working with contractors, crews and internal teams A proactive, flexible approach and the ability to keep cool under pressure A working knowledge of industry standards and health & safety best practice Basic computer skills (MS Word, Excel etc)—you don’t need to be a tech whiz, but you’ll be using digital tools daily He aha tā mātou | What we offer: Office hours, Monday to Friday—say goodbye to chasing overtime! Health and life insurance Extra leave days Development opportunities Supportive team environment where your input matters Opportunities to grow your skills off the tools Me pēhea te tono | How to apply Sound like your next move? We’d love to hear from you. Apply now to join a team that values your real-world experience and gives you the tools to grow—without being on the tools. Please note, applications will be reviewed during the advertising period and may close earlier than listed. Safety and wellbeing are important to us. Our recruitment process includes a Ministry of Justice criminal history check and pre-employment medical, alcohol and drug testing. You must be a New Zealand citizen, resident, or hold a valid work visa to apply.