Maintenance Engineer

Argenta; Auckland; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive insurance cover

EAP support

Fresh fruit every week

Regular on-site events

On-site parking

Job summary

Argenta is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Engineer to maintain production equipment and site facilities at our South Auckland site. You will work under the Engineering Team Leader to ensure smooth operation, drive improvements, and uphold GMP, health and safety standards.

You will diagnose faults, perform preventative maintenance, and coordinate with contractors. The role requires 3+ years in a regulated manufacturing setting and strong problem-solving skills, with on-call duties as needed.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in a similar role within pharma/manufacturing
• Background in GMP environment
• Experience with computerised systems (ERP)
• Familiar with Health & Safety standards (HSE) and food safety

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine and non-routine maintenance on production equipment and site facilities
• Engage with external service providers to improve facilities and reliability
• Reduce breakdowns and support continuous improvement initiatives
• Ensure compliance with GMP, HSE and food safety standards
• Support production teams to minimise downtime and maintain equipment performance

Skills

Troubleshooting

Preventative maintenance

Team player

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree

Tools

ERP systems

Automation equipment

Job description

Maintenance Engineer

Are you a passionate Maintenance Engineer who takes pride in quality workmanship, reliability and keeping operations running smoothly? We are looking for a hands‑on team player with strong problem‑solving skills and a proactive approach to maintenance and continuous improvement.

• Full time permanent role
• Global researcher & manufacturer of animal health pharmaceuticals
• South Auckland location with onsite parking

We are in the animal health business, partnering with our clients in the areas of Research and Development (R&D) and manufacturing to produce pharmaceuticals for both farm and companion animals. Originally founded in 2006 by a New Zealand chemist with an entrepreneurial mindset, Argenta’s vision is “Healthier Animals, Sustainably”. Our recipe for success has been our uniqueness in our vision and our people. Argenta now has operations across 6 sites with locations in New Zealand, the United States, Scotland, Spain, and Germany with over 900 employees globally.

About the role:

The key purpose of the Maintenance Engineering role is to carry out both routine and non‑routine maintenance on production equipment and site facilities. Reporting to the Engineering Team Leader, you will support the operation team by ensuring the smooth and uninterrupted operation of production equipment and site utilities.

You will work closely with external service providers and professionals to improve production facilities, reduce breakdowns and enhance the overall reliability and safety of the plant. GMP compliance will be central to all decision‑making, along with strict adherence to all Health, Safety & Environment procedures.

About you:

You will be hands‑on and someone who enjoys the challenge of diagnosing faults and repairing production equipment and facilities as quickly as possible. By nature, you'll be an energetic, driven person with a focus on quality and detail being imperative as we are regulated by the strictest of pharmaceutical standards.

This is a permanent full‑time role with working hours of 6:00am - 2:30pm Monday to Friday with some overtime and weekends required as production schedules and demands require. On‑call work will be required, particularly when production is in operation but will be compensated separately from your base salary.

Your experience and capabilities will include:

• Tertiary qualification in Mechanical Engineering
• Electrical experience or a dual trade qualification
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar role, preferably within a quality‑focused manufacturing or highly regulated/GMP environment
• Experience working with computerised systems, including ERP systems and automation equipment
• Strong troubleshooting and preventative maintenance skills
• Ability to work well under pressure and respond effectively to production issues
• Maintain plant and equipment to ensure optimal performance and minimise downtime
• Work closely and in harmony with supervisors, production teams, and external contractors
• Ensure all work complies with food safety, GMP, and Health & Safety standards
• A background in distribution, logistics, or supply chain within a pharmaceutical or regulated manufacturing environment will be highly desirable.
• Coach and support operators on equipment use and basic fault prevention
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills

Your background, experience and attributes will include:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience preferably in a pharmaceutical or related manufacturing industry with cGMP capability.
• Understanding and experience of the Health & Safety at Work Act 2015.
• Excellent customer service, ability to go above and beyond to exceed expectations.
• Highly collaborative, team player, with an ability to engage and influence at all levels.
• High energy, resilience and commitment to company values.
• Strong decision making, solutions focussed and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills both verbally and written.

This is an opportunity to join a unique and fast‑growing business where your ideas matter, your skills will grow, and your contribution is genuinely valued. Along with a competitive salary, you’ll enjoy comprehensive insurance cover, access to EAP support, fresh fruit every week, and regular on‑site events that bring people together.

You will also be part of a workplace that truly values its people and encourages collaboration, fresh thinking, and doing great work together. If you are an experienced professional looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity, we want to hear from you!

Please Note:

All applicants must have a legal right to work in New Zealand on an ongoing basis.