Engineering Foreman

Canstaff; Canterbury; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stable, full-time position

Supportive team environment

Competitive pay based on experience

Opportunity to take ownership and make

Job summary

Canstaff in Canterbury seeks an experienced Engineering Foreman to lead a busy workshop team responsible for installing and repairing farm equipment across the region. This hands-on leadership role requires you to manage staff, coordinate workflow, and uphold high safety and quality standards.

You will mentor trades, plan jobs to meet deadlines, liaise with suppliers and customers, and provide technical guidance as needed.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a foreman or supervisory role within an engineering workshop.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Solid technical background in general engineering / fabrication / machining.
• Ability to plan workloads and manage competing priorities.
• Commitment to safety and best practice.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate day-to-day workshop operations.
• Lead, mentor, and support workshop staff.
• Plan and prioritise jobs to meet deadlines.
• Ensure work is completed to required specifications and quality standards.
• Maintain a strong focus on workplace health and safety.
• Liaise with management, suppliers, and customers as required.
• Provide technical guidance and hands-on support when needed.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Planning

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Communication

Safety

Job description

Come join our close knit team and make an impact!

Our client is currently seeking an experienced and motivated Engineering Foreman to lead our busy workshop team to install and repair farm equipment across Canterbury.

With decades of industry experience, our client provides high-quality equipment and practical solutions designed to meet the evolving needs of their customers.

This is a hands-on leadership position suited to someone who can confidently manage staff, coordinate workflow, and maintain high standards of quality and safety.

About the Role

• Supervise and coordinate day-to-day workshop operations
• Lead, mentor, and support workshop staff
• Plan and prioritise jobs to meet deadlines
• Ensure work is completed to required specifications and quality standards
• Maintain a strong focus on workplace health and safety
• Liaise with management, suppliers, and customers as required
• Provide technical guidance and hands-on support when needed

About You

• Proven experience in a foreman or supervisory role within an engineering workshop
• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Solid technical background in general engineering / fabrication / machining
• Ability to plan workloads and manage competing priorities
• High attention to detail and quality
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills
• Commitment to safety and best practice

What's on Offer

• Stable, full-time position
• Supportive team environment
• Competitive pay based on experience
• Opportunity to take ownership and make an impact