Conveyance Solutions Technician

NZL MOT Motion New Zealand Limited; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tools of trade

Global company

Training & career development

Inclusive culture

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Motion Conveyance Solutions is seeking a hands-on mechanical site services technician to work across New Zealand industries, with opportunities for career development and progression. The role involves belt production, installation, joining, and on-site service, using standard equipment and tools.

Ideal candidates have strong mechanical aptitude, reliability, and a willingness to travel and work after hours. A valid driver’s license and good customer service skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Excellent mechanical aptitude and safety-aware approach.
• Reliable, team player attitude with willingness to travel for service work.
• Able to work after-hours shifts and callouts; valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Production of conveyor belts and general fabrication.
• Installation of conveyor belts (lightweight & heavyweight).
• Joining belts by hot vulcanizing, cold bonding, and fastener methods.
• Rubber lining and fabrication of rubber.
• Repair and on-site service of conveyor belts.
• Quality control of manufactured product.
• Accurate measuring and cutting of belts and hoses.
• Check inwards goods and dispatch of goods.
• Regular use of equipment such as vulcanizing press, HF welder, and belt machines.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Team player

After-hours availability

Driver's license

Customer service

Procedures & problem solving

Physical fitness

Safety & wellbeing

Job description

Hands-on mechanical site services technician role. Ideal for curious & mechanically minded people. Interesting and meaningful work across NZ industries. Career development & progression opportunities – great success stories! Good wage + vehicle + incentive + Team member discounts

Why is this an amazing opportunity for you! Motion Conveyance Solutions is New Zealand's leader in conveyor belting and services, with a strong offering of rubber belting and associated conveyor components & systems. Working for Motion Conveyance Solutions will allow you to be involved with a wide range of industries across New Zealand including food manufacturing, horticultural processing, timber, civil works, and construction to name a few. Motion Conveyance Solutions is part of Motion; a business operating across the Asia Pacific region including New Zealand, Australia, Indonesia and Singapore who provide a range of industrial products & engineering services to industry to keep the world moving! We are in growth mode with a clear 2027 growth strategy to expand our reach into industry across the region. Motion is investing in the Capability & Development of our people to enable the delivery of this growth strategy, meaning plenty of opportunity to work and develop your skills and knowledge. We are seeking interest from motivated individuals skilled in conveyance solutions who are considering new and fresh opportunities in 2025.

What kind of work may be involved?

• Production of conveyor belts and general fabrication.
• Installation of conveyor belts (both lightweight & heavyweight applications).
• Joining belts by hot vulcanizing, cold bonding, and fastener methods.
• Rubber lining and fabrication of rubber.
• Repair and service of conveyor belts, assisting on-site work as required.
• Quality control of manufactured product.
• Accurately measuring and cutting a variety of conveyor belts and hoses.
• Checking inwards goods, dispatch of goods as required.
• Regular use of equipment and machinery e.g. Vulcanizing Press Machine, High Frequency Welding Machine, Teflon Belt Machine etc.

Ideal skills & experience:

• Excellent mechanical aptitude and verbal communication.
• Reliable, team player attitude: willing to travel outside of the standard territory to support other Motion Conveyance service teams.
• Available to work after-hours shifts and callouts.
• Valid driver's license.
• Great customer service skills.
• Able to follow procedures, systems and solve problems.
• Physically fit to meet the requirements of the role.
• Strong awareness and adherence to Safety & Wellbeing practices to ensure you and your teammates are safe at all times about Health & Safety.

What is in it for you?

• Attractive package & tools of the trade.
• The opportunity to join a progressive global company.
• Ongoing training and career development; we genuinely care about supporting you to reach your full potential.
• An inclusive culture that embraces the diversity of our people.
• Free flu shots and counselling services with our Employee Assistance Program.

This opportunity is open to applicants who are eligible to work in New Zealand including NZ Citizens, Residents or individuals who have a valid current work visa.

GPC conducts its business without regard to sex, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, military status, status as a veteran, or any other protected characteristic. GPC's policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote, assign, transfer and terminate employees based on their own ability, achievement, experience and conduct and other legitimate business reasons.