Careers with Centralines

Current vacancies

Have you ever wanted to move from the big city and get away from the traffic to live the good life in the sunny Central Hawke's Bay?

Central Hawke's Bay offers a lifestyle and environment that is the envy of the rest of New Zealand, with pristine beaches, warm, sunny weather and a friendly, relaxed rural atmosphere.
Centralines is a small, progressive electricity distribution company based in Waipukurau that offers a great working environment. We supply line functions to approximately 8,000 customers from 1,750 kilometres of electricity lines.

See what Central Hawke's Bay has to offer: www.lambcountry.co.nz

Current Vacancies:

Registered Line Mechanic
An opportunity exists at Centralines for a Registered Line Mechanic to join our team based in Waipukurau, Central Hawkes Bay. NZ

Applicants must have an appropriate qualification from the New Zealand Electrical or Telecommunications Industry (or overseas equivalent)
The applicant must be able to gain a current practicing license with EWRB and have at least three years industry experience working with 11kV/400v distribution overhead and underground assets.

Hold a drivers’ license as a minimum, with a clean record. Class 2 & 3 would be advantageous; however, training opportunities would exist for the right candidate.

This permanent position includes a 40 hour week, competitive wage band $32 - $34 NZD, Iphone, modern office and fleet, staff benefits, wellness, health insurance and a family environment.

NB. Drug testing and health checks are mandatory for all applicants offered work.

Applicants should have NZ Residency or a valid NZ work visa.

Full job descriptions is available below

To apply, please submit a cover letter and your CV to [email protected]

Mail to our depot: Centralines Ltd
P O Box 59, Waipukurau 4242
Phone: 027 241 7558


Traffic Management Team
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a new team, have
input into the future of Traffic Management at Centralines Ltd

We need qualified individuals with experience as either

  • Skilled Operative – STMS or
  • Skilled Labourers – TTM or TMO

However, we will consider training the right person if required.

Packages include Competitive Salary, Medical and Wellness
subsidies, iPhone, fit for purpose office and a modern fleet.

Get in touch now to secure your future at Centralines Ltd.

NB. Drug testing and health checks are mandatory for all
applicants offered work.

Applicants for this position should have NZ Residency or a valid NZ work visa.

Full job descriptions available below

To apply, please submit a cover letter and your CV to [email protected]

Mail to our depot: Centralines Ltd
P O Box 59, Waipukurau 4242
Ph: 027 241 7558


Vegetation Controller
An opportunity exists at Centralines for a Vegetation Controller to join our team.

The applicants’ role is to safely and efficiently undertake tree trimming and felling of vegetation inside and adjacent to the Centralines electricity network corridor. If you’re a qualified Arborist, with a close worker certification, hold a full and clean drivers licence (Class 2 preferred) and enjoy working in a small team then this is the role for you.

Please Note: Drug testing and health checks are mandatory for all applicants offered work

Applicants for this position should have NZ Residency or a valid NZ work visa.

Full job descriptions available below

To apply, please submit a cover letter and your CV to [email protected]

Mail to our depot: Centralines Ltd
P O Box 59, Waipukurau 4242
Ph: 027 241 7558


Trainee Line Mechanic
An opportunity exists at Centralines for a Trainee Line Mechanic to join our team.

The role of Trainee Line Mechanic is to undertake appropriate education and experience to be able to install new equipment and services on both overhead lines and underground cables.
To assist line mechanics to repair and restore fault damaged lines, cables and equipment.
The Trainee Line Mechanic generally works under the direct supervision of a certified person. This is mandatory when exposed to any “live work” situations.

Please Note: Drug testing and health checks are mandatory for all applicants offered work

Applicants for this position should have NZ Residency or a valid NZ work visa.

Full job descriptions available below

To apply, please submit a cover letter and your CV to [email protected]

Mail to our depot: Centralines Ltd
P O Box 59, Waipukurau 4242
Ph: 027 241 7558

Applications close 4pm, Wednesday 13th December 2023


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