Day-Shift Maintenance Fitter - Timber & Manufacturing

Technical Recruitment Solutions Ltd.

Canterbury

On-site

NZD 65,000 - 90,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Technical Recruitment Solutions Ltd. is representing an established timber manufacturer in Rolleston seeking an experienced Maintenance Engineer or Fitter to join a large-scale sawmill and processing operation.

You will perform planned and reactive mechanical maintenance, diagnose faults, repair production machinery, inspect equipment, maintain lubrication and support plant upgrades. Working Monday to Friday, 7:30am to 5:00pm, with a modern facility and a strong focus on health and safety,

Qualifications

NZ trade qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Fitting & Turning, or related discipline.
Solid industrial maintenance experience.
Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
Welding and fabrication capability.
Experience with hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
Commitment to health and safety.
Ability to work in a close-knit maintenance team.

Responsibilities

Carry out planned and reactive mechanical maintenance across the site.
Diagnose faults and repair production machinery.
Inspect and test equipment to identify potential issues.
Maintain lubrication systems and complete scheduled lubrication work.
Welding, fabrication and workshop-based repairs.
Modify and improve machinery and repairs.
Support plant upgrades, projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
Collaborate with production and engineering teams to keep the operation running.