Fitter/Turner Maintenance Worker

Tradestaff New Zealand; Auckland; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A trusted recruitment partner in Auckland is seeking an experienced Maintenance Fitter Turner to perform preventative and reactive maintenance on plant and equipment. The ideal candidate has a Fitter Turner Certification, proven experience, and is committed to safety practices. This shift-based role offers a competitive pay rate of $35–40 per hour and the potential for ongoing work.

Benefits

Weekly pay

On-site parking

Potential for ongoing work

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Maintenance Fitter Turner or a similar role.
• Ability to work rotating 12-hour shifts or Monday–Saturday roster.
• Eligibility to work full-time in New Zealand.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs on plant and equipment.
• Carry out preventative maintenance and inspections on machinery.
• Diagnose faults and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Fault-finding skills

Diagnostic skills

Commitment to safe work practices

Education

Fitter Turner Certification

Job description

Overview

We’re looking for experienced Maintenance Fitter Turner to join a busy team and fun team.

This role involves carrying out preventative and reactive maintenance on plant and equipment, with a strong focus on safety, efficiency, and quality workmanship.

Location: Otahuhu, Auckland

Start date: Immediate start available

Pay rate: $35–40 per hour (paid weekly)

Responsibilities

• Performing maintenance and repairs on plant and equipment
• Carrying out preventative maintenance and inspections on machinery
• Diagnosing faults and implementing corrective actions
• Managing spare parts inventory and coordinating contractors
• Recording job data, completing task sheets, and logging work orders
• Assisting with job planning and scheduling
• Promoting safe work practices and maintaining a tidy workshop

Qualifications

• Must have a Fitter Turner Certificartion
• Proven experience as a Maintenance Fitter Turner or similar role
• Ability to work rotating 12-hour shifts or Monday–Saturday roster as required
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills
• Commitment to safe work practices and PPE compliance (safety boots, hi-vis, hard hat, ear protection, safety glasses, gloves, dust mask, long sleeves/pants)
• Eligibility to work full-time in New Zealand

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• On-site parking
• Potential for ongoing work

This is a shift-based role with a minimum of 40 hours per week. Shift patterns may include rotating 12-hour shifts (4 days on/4 days off) or 2 days/2 nights, with advance notice given.

What to do next

If you feel you match the above requirements and want to take the next step in your career then APPLY NOW!! with your updated CV.

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.