Coastal Assets Maintenance Technician (Autonomous)

InterGroup; Whangarei; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

InterGroup is seeking a practical, reliable person to take responsibility for day-to-day inspection and maintenance of coastal assets across Whangarei District. The role is genuinely autonomous, with you planning your own work, travelling between sites and keeping asset records up to date.

You’ll work across boat ramps, wharves, jetties, pontoons, stairs, sea walls and groynes, reporting defects and coordinating with Council as required.

Qualifications

• Practical maintenance, building, construction or handyman experience.
• Good general repair and maintenance skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage own workload.
• Good communication and professional approach with customers and Council.
• Basic digital skills with tablet, apps, email and spreadsheets.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to complete accurate reports.
• Reliable, trustworthy approach and strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Plan and complete scheduled inspections across the district.
• Inspect assets, identify defects and record findings using a tablet-based field app.
• Complete routine maintenance and minor repairs such as timber repairs, replacing fixings, greasing, painting and clearing debris.
• Identify and report additional maintenance requirements and complete approved works.
• Maintain accurate asset records, photographs and reports.
• Liaise with Council representatives and respond to urgent or post-storm inspections when required.
• Keep on top of your own programme and ensure work is completed on time.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Repair skills

Independent worker

Communication skills

Digital literacy

Attention to detail

Reliable work ethic

Job description

InterGroup is seeking a practical, reliable person to take responsibility for day-to-day inspection and maintenance of coastal assets across Whangarei District. The role is genuinely autonomous, with you planning your own work, travelling between sites and keeping asset records up to date.

You’ll work across boat ramps, wharves, jetties, pontoons, stairs, sea walls and groynes, reporting defects and coordinating with Council as required.