Fitter/ Maintenance Worker

Tradestaff New Zealand; Christchurch; Hybrid; NZD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Canterbury is looking for a reliable Maintenance Fitter to manage installation and repair across various sites. Attention to detail and flexibility is essential, particularly for food production environments. Ideal candidates will possess a full Class 1 licence and experience in maintenance roles. This position offers long-term opportunities and development in a dynamic work setting.

Benefits

Long-term opportunities

All required PPE provided

Room for growth and skill development

Variety of rewarding work

Qualifications

• Full Class 1 licence.
• Over 1 year of on-site maintenance experience.
• Ability to work in food production environments.
• Willingness to travel for varied site work.
• Must pass a drug and alcohol test.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair mechanical systems and machinery.
• Diagnose faults and perform preventative maintenance.
• Carry out mechanical upgrades and replacements.
• Ensure equipment meets safety and hygiene standards.
• Complete work at various locations including out-of-town travel.

Skills

Mechanical systems installation

Fault diagnosis

Preventative maintenance

Flexibility for site work

Job description

Overview

Maintenance Fitter – Tradestaff Christchurch are looking for a reliable and experienced Maintenance Fitter to work across a range of sites throughout Canterbury. This role involves a mix of installation, maintenance, and repair work — including time on food production sites — so flexibility and attention to detail are key. If you're looking for a varied and hands-on role, this could be the perfect fit.

Location: Work will take place all around Canterbury — flexibility is a must

Start date: Immediate start available

Pay rate: $30–34 per hour (paid weekly)

Responsibilities

• Installing, maintaining, and repairing mechanical systems and machinery
• Diagnosing faults and performing preventative maintenance
• Carrying out mechanical upgrades and replacements
• Ensuring equipment meets safety and hygiene standards (especially in food facilities)
• Completing on-site work at various locations, including some out-of-town travel

Requirements

• Full Class 1 licence
• 1+ years’ on-site maintenance experience
• Ability to work in food production environments
• Flexibility for out-of-town and varied site work
• Ability to pass a drug and alcohol test

Benefits

• Long-term opportunities for the right candidate
• All required PPE provided at no cost
• Variety of rewarding and challenging work
• Genuine room for growth and skill development

Why work with Tradestaff?

We’re a trusted recruitment partner with 29 years 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.

Apply online today or give the team a call on 03 377 8959 to find out more!