Wireless Technician / Mobile Rigger

Role overview

Ventia is hiring an experienced Wireless Technician / Mobile Rigger to support telecommunications infrastructure across the Lower North Island. This is a practical field-based position centred on tower rigging, site upgrades, installations, and maintenance of mobile network assets.

What you will do

In this role, you will work at height on mobile cell towers to complete network upgrades, installations, and fault repair work. You will be part of a team responsible for keeping New Zealand’s telecommunications infrastructure reliable and continuously improving.

• Climb towers and poles to carry out rigging work on telecom sites
• Install, upgrade, and maintain mobile cell tower equipment and structures
• Work with telecommunications hardware from Nokia, Ericsson, and Huawei
• Complete connections and installation tasks while working at height
• Support tower upgrades, structural installations, and new site builds
• Carry out fault diagnosis and maintenance activities
• Use cranes, rigging tools, and mobile plant equipment safely
• Read basic RF diagrams and technical drawings
• Work as part of a collaborative team across multiple locations

Site coverage

The role covers the wider Lower North Island, including Wellington, Paraparaumu, Levin, Waikanae, Palmerston North, and Feilding.

About you

Ventia is looking for candidates with solid rigging and climbing experience in the telecommunications environment. You should be confident working at height and comfortable taking a hands-on approach to field work.

What you need to bring

• Demonstrated background in telecommunications rigging or mobile tower work
• Confidence climbing structures and working safely at height
• Familiarity with Nokia, Ericsson, or Huawei systems
• Experience using cranes, rigging systems, and mobile plant
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving ability
• Basic understanding of RF concepts and diagrams
• Good mechanical aptitude and practical skills
• A safety-focused approach and the ability to work well with others

Additional information

Experience with fibre splicing is not required for this position.

Benefits

• Health Essentials Plan with Southern Cross
• Fitness Passport offering discounted access to gyms and fitness centres
• Continued learning and development through the Learning Academy
• Retail and fuel savings through the Boost app
• Opportunities to progress within a major infrastructure services organisation

Applications

Applications close on 3 July at 5:00 pm.

About Ventia

Ventia provides essential infrastructure services across Australia and New Zealand, with more than 35,000 employees and subcontractors operating across 400 sites. The organisation focuses on maintaining, operating, and managing the services that keep modern life running.

Inclusion and accessibility

Ventia promotes fairness, inclusion, and respect in the workplace. Applications are welcomed from people of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds, including Māori and Pasifika peoples, and people of all genders, identities, sexual orientations, beliefs, and caring responsibilities. The company offers an accessible recruitment process and encourages candidates to request adjustments at any stage.

Application note

To apply, use the application process provided by the employer.

Reference

Position reference number: 167630