Fitter (General)

Tradestaff; Waikato; On-site; NZD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Immediate start

On-site parking

Ongoing work

Job summary

Tradestaff is seeking an experienced Fitter/Installer to join our busy engineering team in Cambridge. This hands-on role offers a mix of workshop and site work with an immediate start for the right candidate.

You will read engineering drawings, assemble and install components, and conduct maintenance to high standards. The position requires previous fitting experience, the ability to work from drawings, and a full Class 1 licence.

Qualifications

• Previous fitting or mechanical assembly experience.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Full Class 1 driver's licence.
• Strong commitment to health and safety practices.
• Reliable, motivated, and able to work independently or as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with workshop repairs, servicing, and maintenance activities.
• Assemble, align, install, and repair metal components.
• Read and interpret engineering specifications, blueprints, and drawings.
• Carry out mechanical assembly and fitting tasks.
• Perform maintenance and repair work on engineering components.
• Work both in the workshop and on-site as required.
• Safely operate hand and power tools.
• Support general engineering and construction-related activities.

Skills

Fitting/assembly

Reading drawings

Health & safety

Team player

Job description

Fitter/Installer

We're looking for an experienced Fitter/Installer to join a busy engineering team in Cambridge. This is a hands‑on role offering a variety of workshop and site‑based work, with an immediate start available for the right candidate. If you have strong mechanical aptitude, experience working from engineering drawings, and enjoy working in a fast‑paced environment, we want to hear from you.

Location: Cambridge

Start date: Immediate start

Pay rate: $30–$36 per hour + weekly pay

About the role as a Fitter, you'll play a key role in supporting workshop operations and site‑based projects. You'll be involved in the repair, servicing, assembly, alignment, installation, and maintenance of engineering and mechanical components while ensuring all work is completed to a high standard.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with workshop repairs, servicing, and maintenance activities
• Assemble, align, install, and repair metal components
• Read and interpret engineering specifications, blueprints, and drawings
• Carry out mechanical assembly and fitting tasks
• Perform maintenance and repair work on engineering components
• Work both in the workshop and on‑site as required
• Safely operate hand and power tools
• Support general engineering and construction‑related activities

What We're Looking For

Essential Requirements

• Previous fitting or mechanical assembly experience
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Full Class 1 driver's licence
• Strong commitment to health and safety practices
• Reliable, motivated, and able to work independently or as part of a team

What's in It for You?

• Competitive pay rates
• Weekly pay
• Immediate start available
• On‑site parking
• Supportive team environment
• Variety of interesting projects
• Potential for ongoing work
• Opportunities to develop your skills and gain valuable experience
• Monday to Friday work schedule, 6:00am – 5:00pm

About Tradestaff

Tradestaff has been connecting skilled workers with New Zealand's leading employers for over 25 years. We pride ourselves on matching great people with great opportunities while providing ongoing support throughout your employment journey.

Why work with Tradestaff?

We’re a trusted recruitment partner with over 3 decades of experience in matching skilled tradies with great opportunities. We’re also proud members of the Recruitment & Consulting Services Association (RCSA) of Australia and New Zealand, which means we’re committed to high standards and ethical practices.