Graduate Maintenance Engineer

NES Fircroft; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

NES Fircroft is seeking a Graduate or Junior Field Operator (Maintenance) for the Christchurch Bulk Fuel Terminal. You will learn to safely inspect, maintain and repair equipment under the supervision of experienced technicians, building a long-term career in a highly regulated energy environment.

The role invites those with hands-on mechanical experience or recent engineering/mechanical graduates to join a supportive team and receive comprehensive training.

Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude and a willingness to learn in a regulated energy environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a hands-on approach.
• Basic computer literacy and health & safety commitment.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain and repair equipment across the fuel terminal.
• Assist with preventative and breakdown maintenance of pumps, valves, pipework and storage assets.
• Support terminal operations when required.
• Work alongside experienced technicians and contractors.
• Complete maintenance records and safety documentation.
• Develop practical skills for a long-term career in the energy sector.

Skills

Hands-on mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Basic computer literacy

Education

Level 4 Mechanical Trade qualification

Engineering qualification

Job description

Graduate / Junior Field Operator (Maintenance)

Launch Your Career with a Leading Energy Company - Christchurch

Are you a recent engineering or mechanical graduate, apprentice looking for your next step, or someone with hands-on mechanical experience looking to build a long-term career?

Our client, one of New Zealand’s most established international energy companies, is looking for a motivated Graduate or Junior Field Operator (Maintenance) to join their Christchurch Bulk Fuel Terminal. This is a great opportunity to receive full training while working alongside experienced professionals maintaining critical fuel infrastructure that keeps New Zealand moving.

No oil and gas experience? No problem. If you have the right attitude, a willingness to learn, and a strong mechanical aptitude, we’d love to hear from you.

About the Role

You’ll work as part of a supportive team, learning how to safely inspect, maintain and repair equipment across the fuel terminal. Every day will be different, giving you exposure to a wide range of mechanical systems and industrial equipment.

You’ll be involved in:

• Assisting with preventative and breakdown maintenance
• Learning to maintain pumps, valves, pipework and fuel storage assets
• Supporting terminal operations when required
• Working alongside experienced technicians and contractors
• Completing maintenance records and safety documentation
• Developing practical skills in a highly regulated industry
• Building a long-term career within the energy sector

About You

We’re looking for someone who is eager to learn and enjoys working with mechanical equipment.

You may have:

• A Level 4 Mechanical Trade qualification, engineering qualification, or be a recent graduate in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical and Process Engineering or a related discipline
• OR practical mechanical experience gained through manufacturing, heavy industry, farming, automotive, marine, engineering or maintenance
• Strong problem-solving skills and a hands-on approach
• Basic computer literacy
• A strong commitment to health and safety
• The ability to work both independently and within a team
• Flexibility to work outdoors and occasional after-hours work when operationally required