Technical Coordinator

Overview

At The Lines Company (TLC), we power the King Country and deliver real, lasting impact to our communities.

Our Network Team ensures our infrastructure is safe, reliable, and future-ready.

About the Role

Are you an experienced Line Mechanic or Electrician who wants to move away from after-hours callouts and long days on the tools?

This could be the perfect next step.

We're looking for a Technical Co-Ordinator | Kaiwhakarite Rangahau 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.

Responsibilities

Lead small project teams, keep stakeholders in the loop, and apply sound project methodology to keep things moving

Ensure work crews and appropriate teams are engaged to ensure safe and timely delivery of work

Be a part of our event coordination standby roster

Coordinate materials, resources and contractors to enable job completion

Ensure compliance with industry standards and codes of practice, including the Safety Manual for the Electricity Industry and Electricity Industry Participation Code

Create project methodologies, pricing and approvals to set accurate project expectations (cost, time, etc.)

Qualifications

A Level 4 electrical qualification (Line Mechanic Distribution preferred)

6+ years' experience in the electricity industry, with deep hands-on field knowledge

Strong organisational and planning skills—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

Proactive, flexible approach and the ability to stay calm under pressure

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

What we offer

80 hours per fortnight (8 hours per day, 7 : 00am–5 : 00pm, Monday to Friday)—say goodbye to chasing overtime

Competitive salary (105K-115K dependent on skills and experience)

Health and life insurance

Extra leave days

Development opportunities

Supportive team environment where your input matters

Opportunities to grow your skills off the tools

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.

Ready to switch gears and keep the power flowing behind the scenes?

Apply now and let's get to work!

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