Service Foreman

PGG Wrightson; Ashburton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading irrigation services company in Ashburton is looking for a full-time Service Foreman to lead their team hands-on. The role involves overseeing repairs of pumps and irrigation systems while training technicians. Candidates should have experience in irrigation servicing or a mechanical background. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential, along with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration package

Employee benefits

Qualifications

• Hands on experience in irrigation servicing/maintenance preferred.
• Mechanical background considered.
• Exceptional communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the efficient repairs of domestic and irrigation pumps.
• Plan and prioritise service jobs.
• Provide hands-on training to technicians.

Skills

Hands on experience in supervising a team

Ability to prioritise work and manage multiple deadlines

Experience in servicing irrigators and pumps

Knowledge of the irrigation and/or agricultural sectors

Experience in monitoring/managing inwards/outwards goods

Job description

PGG Wrightson Water has over 30 years of experience in the design, construction and maintenance of irrigation systems throughout New Zealand. To support the growth within our Ashburton branch we have an exciting opportunity for a full time Service Foreman to lead the team from a hands‑on basis.

In this role you will beresponsible for the efficient repairs of domestic and irrigation pumps and pivots and other servicing required within the service department to meet customer and internal expectations in keeping with PGG Wrightson's commitment to quality product and service.

Your day could range from workingto plan and prioritise service jobs, to hands on training of technicians and working alongside them on the job.

We are looking for someone who ideally has hands on experience in Irrigation servicing/maintenance however someone from a mechanical background outside of this field would also excel in this role.

Skills & Experience:

• Hands onexperience insupervisinga team
• Ability to prioritise work and manage multiple deadlines
• Experience in servicing irrigators and pumps with knowledge of the irrigation and/or agricultural sectors
• Experience in monitoring/managing inwards/outwards goods is an advantage

This is a critical role for our business, the success of which will be the incumbent's exceptional communication skills and leadership abilities. PGG Wrightson is committed to growing our employees through developing technical expertise and leadership abilities at all levels of our company.

We offer a range of employee benefits including a competitive remuneration package and privileges.

To discuss this opportunity, contact our National Water Manager, Andrew Gordon 021517506