Field Service Technician – Invercargill and Gore

Southland Farm Machinery Ltd.; Invercargill City; On-site; NZD 48,216 - 61,992; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Modern field service vehicle

Phone and laptop provided

Competitive hourly rates

On-call, meal, and tool allowances

Ongoing career development

Staff discounts

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Southland Farm Machinery Ltd. in Invercargill is seeking experienced Field Service Technicians to join our workshop teams. The role involves mechanical work on farm equipment and tractors, including repairs and services both in the workshop and the field.

Offering competitive hourly rates, and the opportunity for career development, this position features a supportive team culture and various allowances. Ideal candidates are trade qualified with diagnosing skills and a full NZ driver’s licence.

Qualifications

• Diagnosing and fault-finding skills in mechanical work.
• Full NZ driver’s licence is required.
• Self-starter; able to work autonomously.

Responsibilities

• Complete workshop repairs and carry out services.
• Fix breakdowns in the field using diagnostic tools.
• Maintain good relationships with customers.

Skills

Diagnosing/fault-finding skills

Work autonomously

Tidy and organized work habits

Customer relationship management

Education

Trade qualification or relevant industry experience

Job description

We are looking for experienced Field Service Technicians to join our busy workshop teams in Invercargill and Gore. Southland Farm Machinery is the leading supplier of John Deere equipment in Southland and Otago. A proud, family-owned business, Southland Farm Machinery values teamwork, integrity, and respect, and is committed to creating a workplace where our people thrive, and clients succeed.

About the role:

This role offers a variety of mechanical work on farm equipment and small to large horsepower tractors. As an experienced technician you will complete workshop repairs, carry out services and fix breakdowns in the field, while using the latest John Deere diagnostic tools and precision agriculture technology. You will be working on some of the world's greatest brands - John Deere, Kramer and Giltrap.

What’s in it for you:

• Vehicle and phone: Modern field service vehicle, work phone and laptop
• Competitive rates: Hourly rate between $35 - $45 with time and a half paid for any overtime after 8 hours (the potential to earn is up to you!). Minimum of 40 hours per week
• Allowances: On-call, meal and tool allowances
• Training and development: Ongoing career development (with opportunity for offshore training)
• World leading technology: A modern well-equipped workshop and great products to work with such as John Deere, Kramer and Giltrap, plus the latest in agricultural technology
• Staff discounts: Company buying privileges, and staff account
• Team environment: A supportive, down-to-earth team culture
• Job satisfaction: Daily satisfaction from helping customers succeed

What we’re looking for:

• Trade qualified or equivalent relevant industry experience
• Diagnosing/fault-finding skills
• Tidy and organized work habits
• Full NZ driver’s licence
• Self-starter – able to work autonomouslyPC literate and comfortable using software systems
• The right attitude, including taking ownership of your work and being willing to learn, awareness of safety, and being a great team member
• Enjoys maintaining good relationships with customers and workmates alike

About us:

Southland Farm Machinery strives to uphold the values of integrity, quality, commitment and innovation through all facets of our business. We continuously aim to bring the best of what the agricultural world has to offer to you, and as well as John Deere and Stihl, are the suppliers of brands such as Giltrap, Duncan, Rata, Shelbourne and Kinghitter. As an internationally recognised brand with the catch phrase “We run for all”, John Deere delivers world-leading machinery and technology, supporting those who work the land and empowering them to sustain their land, lives, and livelihoods.

Ready to apply?

If you think you'd like to work in a proactive environment with one of the world's greatest brands, and you're eligible to work in NZ, then we'd like to hear from you.

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We reserve the right to appoint to this position prior to the closing date, should a suitable applicant be found.