General Engineer

Higgins; Whanganui; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

KiwiSaver 4% matching

Retail discounts

Fuel discounts

Upskilling opportunities

Job summary

Specialised Engineering Services, part of Higgins, is seeking an experienced General/Mechanical Engineer to join our Palmerston North team. You will perform repair, maintenance and mechanical work across sprayers, trailers and bulk-tank machinery on a varied set of projects.

We offer a permanent role with 40 hours per week, a supportive team, KiwiSaver matching up to 4%, and opportunities to upskill and gain licenses. Drivers required; a drug-free workplace is in place.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in general or mechanical engineering.
• National Certificate in General Engineering, Mechanical – L4.
• Experience with mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Welding certification to AS/NZS ISO 9606.1:2017 (advantageous)
• Full, clean Class 1 NZ driver’s licence (Class 2, forklift, and DG endorsements are a plus)
• Skills in mechanical, maintenance and servicing of machinery.
• Strong commitment to health and safety – for yourself, your team, and the public

Responsibilities

• Repair, maintenance and mechanical work on Sprayers, Trailers and Bulk tank Machinery.
• Undertaking engineering works on new plant and machinery for the bitumen transportation and application industry.

Skills

5+ years experience

General/Mechanical engineering

Maintenance

Mechanical systems knowledge

Education

National Certificate in General Engineering, Mechanical – L4

Welding certification (AS/NZS ISO 9606.1:2017)

Tools

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Welding equipment

Job description

Join Our Team – Experienced General Engineer Wanted

Location: Palmerston North

Company: Specialised Engineering Services (Part of Higgins)

We’re looking for a skilled General or Mechanical Engineer to join our team at Specialised Engineering Services, based in Palmerston North. If you’re passionate about engineering and enjoy working on a wide variety of projects, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

About The Role

• Repair, Maintenance and mechanical work on Sprayers, Trailers and Bulk tank Machinery.
• Undertaking engineering works on new plant and machinery for the bitumen transportation and application industry.

What You’ll Bring

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in general or mechanical engineering
• National Certificate in General Engineering, Mechanical – L4
• Experience with mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Welding certification to AS/NZS ISO 9606.1:2017 (advantageous)
• Full, clean Class 1 NZ driver’s licence (Class 2, forklift, and Dangerous Goods endorsements are a plus)
• Skills in mechanical, maintenance and servicing of machinery.
• Strong commitment to health and safety – for yourself, your team, and the public

What We Offer

• A supportive and experienced team environment
• Competitive hourly rate
• Permanent role with guaranteed 40 hours per week
• KiwiSaver employer contribution matched up to 4%
• Opportunity to upskill and gain further licenses
• Retail discounts for you and your family to enjoy
• Z fuel discounts including a monthly free pie and coffee

Specialised Engineering Services is part of the wider Higgins business, a leader in roading and civil infrastructure across New Zealand. We specialise in the manufacture, assembly, repair, and servicing of bitumen tanks and trailer equipment. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we’re proud to be on a dynamic growth path.

Higgins is committed to a drug-free workplace. The successful applicant will be required to pass pre-employment drug and alcohol testing along with a health check – you’ll need to be fit for work!

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