Telco Technician/ Rigger - Auckland at Downer Group

Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

12 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Rigging, Working at Heights, Telecommunications Installation, Cellular Network Maintenance, Antenna Installation, MHA Installation, Combiner Installation, Sweep Testing, PIM Testing, Radio Equipment Handling, Fault Response, Site Maintenance

Industry

Civil Engineering

Description

Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity Downer is looking for a skilled Telecommunications Technician / Rigger to join our Auckland team, working across live cellular networks that keep New Zealand connected. In this hands‑on role, you’ll support the build, upgrade, maintenance and fault response of 2G, 3G, 4G and 5G sites. You’ll take ownership of your sites, work safely at height, and deliver quality outcomes for major telecommunications customers. Travel and call‑out work will be required depending on project needs. Ngā pūkenga matua | What We’re Looking For You’re a practical, safety‑focused technician who takes pride in doing the job right. You’ll bring: * Certificate in Rigging (Intermediate or Advanced preferred) * Working at Heights certification * NZ Certificate in Telecommunications (Level 3) or equivalent industry experience * Experience working on cellular towers and radio equipment * Confidence installing antennas, MHAs, combiners and completing sweep/PIM testing * Full clean NZ Driver’s Licence (Class 2 an advantage) * Willingness to be part of a call‑out roster and travel as required Ngā Painga o te Mahi ki Downer | Benefits of working with Downer Our purpose is to enable communities to thrive, driven by your expertise and dedication. We offer: * Career: Training, upskilling and long‑term career pathways within a large, stable organisation. Tools of trade to do the job well. * Wellbeing: A strong Zero Harm culture, free confidential counselling for you and your immediate whānau, Marram healthcare benefits, and discounted holiday homes * Community: An inclusive team environment with employee networks such as StandOut, Fetu Pasifika, EmpowerHER and Wāhine Kotahitanga * Individuality: Perks@Downer discounts on Southern Cross premiums, gyms, travel, retail and more We also offer a Downer work vehicle, great penalty rates for overtime, plus travel and meal allowances to support you while working on the road. Ko wai mātou | About Energy & Utilities Downer’s Energy & Utilities business is an integrated trans‑Tasman team delivering services that connect communities to essential networks and infrastructure. We design, build, operate and maintain critical assets across water, electricity, telecommunications, industrial and power generation sectors. Downer is an inclusive employer that values diversity and welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and cultures. Me pēhea ki te tono | How to Apply Please submit your application online via the advertisement. Email applications will not be accepted.

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Responsibilities

Support the build, upgrade, maintenance, and fault response of 2G, 3G, 4G, and 5G cellular networks. Take ownership of sites and work safely at height to deliver quality outcomes for telecommunications customers.