Apprentice Technician, Earthmoving Division

Jobtailor; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Christchurch, New Zealand, is offering an apprenticeship program to assist qualified technicians with inspection, maintenance, repair and overhaul of heavy equipment and machinery.

You will learn to diagnose mechanical, pneumatic, and basic electrical faults, operate workshop tools safely, maintain a clean work environment, and complete on-the-job training and trade school attendance.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in, or committed to completing, a Certificate in Heavy Automotive Engineering.
• Genuine interest in mechanical equipment, heavy machinery, and developing a long-term trade career.
• Strong literacy, numeracy, and basic computer skills.
• Ability to complete training and workplace documentation.
• Ability to safely use hand tools and follow workplace safety procedures.
• Willingness to learn new technical skills through structured training, on-the-job experience, and trade school attendance.
• Reliable, motivated, and team-oriented, with a positive attitude.
• Commitment to personal and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Assist qualified technicians with the inspection, maintenance, repair, and overhaul of heavy equipment and machinery.
• Learn to diagnose mechanical, pneumatic, and basic electrical faults.
• Safely operate workshop tools, equipment, and lifting devices.
• Maintain a clean and organised work environment.
• Successfully complete apprenticeship training and attend required trade school.
• Maintain training records.
• Work across different service areas.
• Participate in on-the-job training to build broad industry experience.
• Demonstrate commitment to safety, quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Reliability

Motivation

Positive Attitude

Team Orientation

Commitment To Development

Education

Certificate in Heavy Automotive Engineering

Tools

Workshop Tools

Lifting Devices

Job description

• Assist qualified technicians with the inspection, maintenance, repair, and overhaul of heavy equipment and machinery
• Learn to diagnose mechanical, pneumatic, and basic electrical faults
• Safely operate workshop tools, equipment, and lifting devices
• Maintain a clean and organised work environment
• Successfully complete apprenticeship training and attend required trade school
• Maintain training records
• Work across different service areas
• Participate in on-the-job training to build broad industry experience
• Demonstrate commitment to safety, quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement

Requirements

• Enrolled in, or committed to completing, a Certificate in Heavy Automotive Engineering
• Genuine interest in mechanical equipment, heavy machinery, and developing a long-term trade career
• Strong literacy, numeracy, and basic computer skills
• Ability to complete training and workplace documentation
• Ability to safely use hand tools and follow workplace safety procedures
• Willingness to learn new technical skills through structured training, on-the-job experience, and trade school attendance
• Reliable, motivated, and team-oriented, with a positive attitude
• Commitment to personal and professional development
• Successful applicants progressing past interview stage must undergo National Police Clearance and Medical Screening, including drug and alcohol testing

Core Competencies

Demonstrates a commitment to safety and quality while assisting in the inspection, maintenance, and repair of heavy equipment. Possesses foundational skills in mechanical diagnostics and a willingness to learn through structured training and on-the-job experience.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Certificate In Heavy Automotive Engineering
• Mechanical Diagnostics
• Workshop Safety Procedures
• Hand Tool Operation
• Teamwork

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Mechanical Fault Diagnosis
• Pneumatic Fault Diagnosis
• Basic Electrical Fault Diagnosis
• Maintenance And Repair
• Apprenticeship Training Completion

Soft Skills

• Reliability
• Motivation
• Positive Attitude
• Team Orientation
• Commitment To Development

Certifications & Qualifications

• National Police Clearance
• Medical Screening

Industry Keywords

• Heavy Equipment
• Heavy Machinery
• Trade Career
• On-The-Job Training
• Workplace Documentation

Tools & Technologies

• Workshop Tools
• Lifting Devices