Dairy Farm Maintenance Technician — Hands-On & Impactful

DairyNZ; Otago; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

DairyNZ is seeking a practical, hands-on Maintenance Technician to help keep our research farms operating safely, efficiently and reliably near Hamilton.

Reporting to the Research Delivery Manager and Facilities Manager, you will perform preventative, planned and reactive maintenance, support scientists, coordinate contractors and ensure facilities meet DairyNZ standards for world-class research.

Qualifications

• Evidence of practical maintenance experience in farming or mechanical environments.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with planned maintenance schedules.
• Experience operating and maintaining tractors and farm machinery.
• Experience with welding, fabrication and general farm repairs.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate records and support SOP development.
• Maintain fences, yards, raceways and water systems.
• Maintenance checks on tractors, farm vehicles and equipment.
• Diagnose and undertake straightforward mechanical repairs.
• Welding, fabrication and general farm maintenance.
• Prepare research infrastructure and equipment for trials.
• Support scientists and farm teams to run research activities smoothly.
• Coordinate specialist contractors when required.
• Promote a safe, organized workshop and health & safety practices.
• Identify improvements to enhance reliability and efficiency.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Mechanical aptitude

Planned maintenance

Tractors & farm machinery

Welding & fabrication

Preventative maintenance

Organisational skills

Team collaboration

Health & safety

Trade qualifications

Education

Trade qualifications (electrical or water reticulation)

Job description

DairyNZ is seeking a practical, hands-on Maintenance Technician to help keep our research farms operating safely, efficiently and reliably near Hamilton.

Reporting to the Research Delivery Manager and Facilities Manager, you will perform preventative, planned and reactive maintenance, support scientists, coordinate contractors and ensure facilities meet DairyNZ standards for world-class research.