Technician/Rigger – Telecommunications - Christchurch

Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity
We’re seeking experienced Telecommunications Technicians/Riggers to join our Energy & Utilities team based from Hornby, Christchurch.

Work across mobile and ISP networks, delivering installation, commissioning, maintenance and fault response services across multiple client environments.

This role includes both tower-based rigging and ground-level technical work, ensuring all assets are installed, tested and commissioned safely, efficiently, and to specification. As workloads increase, you’ll also support other regions, so flexibility to travel is required.

This is a hands-on role where no two days are the same — from builds and upgrades to fault response, testing, and high-quality as-built documentation, all while upholding Downer’s Zero Harm culture.

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 great penalty rates for overtime and travel & meal allowances to support you while on the road. 

Ngā pūkenga matua | Important Skills
As a safety-focused telecommunications professional, you take pride in quality workmanship and being a reliable team player. You’re confident working across mobile and ISP environments and understand what it takes to deliver work safely, efficiently, and right first time.

You will bring: 

• Hands-on experience working with radio and cellular network equipment, including build and fault response
• Proven capability installing and maintaining cell tower infrastructure, including antennas, MHAs and combiners
• Competency in sweep and PIM testing, with the ability to interpret results accurately
• Rigging and tower climbing experience (essential), with confidence working at heights
• Ability to read and interpret plans, drawings and job specifications, supported by solid computer skills for job updates and documentation
• Flexibility to participate in call-out rosters and travel or work away from home when required

You’ll take ownership of your sites, maintain high safety and quality standards, and represent Downer professionally with clients and stakeholders alongside a team of pro’s!

Ko wai mātou | Our Organisation
Downer’s Energy & Utilities business delivers essential services that keep communities connected. We design, build, operate and maintain critical infrastructure across telecommunications, electricity, water and industrial sectors.

With more than 26,000 people across the Downer whānau, we’re committed to reflecting the communities we work in and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.

Me pēhea ki te tono | How to apply
Click APPLY and follow the prompts, including your CV and relevant licences or qualifications.

All successful applicants must complete a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, medical assessment and Ministry of Justice check. Support and adjustments are available throughout the process.