This is a permanent full-time role (40 hours/week) at the Mount Maunganui site. Reporting to the Services Manager, and closely working with the Maintenance/Services Planner, you will provide maintenance support for all operations on site, including preventative, breakdown and plant performance issues.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Following preventative maintenance programs across all plant and equipment to ensure plant availability in line with SOPs.
- Ensuring your and others Health & Safety by following safe work practices (i.e., lock out tag out, confined space, working at heights)
- Input into maintenance strategy and designing out of recurring faults
- Acting as backup for the Maintenance Planner / Services Supervisor
- Adhering strictly to all QHSE policies and procedures
- Working well with people in the team and across site, promoting a positive work atmosphere
- Proactively engaging in the Lean Manufacturing program to drive continuous improvement.
- Minor fabrication incl. welding, lathe, millwork
- Small carpentry jobs as required
- Part of a rostered team for callouts
To be successful in this role you will need:
- Relevant qualifications in Engineering or practical trade in Engineering/Machinery or Fabrication (minimum of a Level 3 engineering qualification or overseas equivalent is preferred)
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in Engineering, incl. Fabrication and Welding
- Ideally experience with overhauling pumps, motors, gearboxes and mechanical seals
- Minimum 3 years hands-on experience with roller conveyor systems
- Experience with Electronic Control Systems and computer-controlled manufacturing equipment
- Commitment to Health & Safety and experience with H&S practices in a production environment
- Experience adhering to SOPs and QHSE policies
- Understanding of industrial/manufacturing environment
- Experience working “hands-on” unsupervised and supervising contractors or other staff
- Strength in finding the most economical solution to any problem
- Ability to work as part of a small team
- Good communication skills with technical and non-technical staff
- To be able to respond diligently to any challenge
- Willing to work overtime when required
This position’s highlights are its variety, the dedicated and knowledgeable team and the opportunity to learn and grow. You may also appreciate the stable industry sector, the continuous improvement throughout all functions in the business and attractive benefits on offer.