Mechanical Fitter

Watercare; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and development opportunities

Life and income protection insurance

Generous parental leave

Employee discounts at retailers

Job summary

Watercare in Auckland seeks an experienced Mechanical Fitter to keep critical plant equipment running reliably. You will work at the Mangere Wastewater Treatment Plant, diagnosing faults, carrying out preventative maintenance, and servicing pumps to minimise downtime.

The role requires a mechanical apprenticeship and a Level 4 certificate, plus hands-on experience with large-scale liquid/solids processing and a strong safety mindset. A full NZ driver’s licence is preferred.

Qualifications

• A recognised mechanical engineering apprenticeship and a National Certificate (Level 4) or equivalent.
• Experience maintaining continuously operating plant, ideally in liquids/solids facilities.
• Comfort reading and interpreting technical drawings; strong safety focus.

Responsibilities

• Keep mechanical equipment operating reliably at Mangere Wastewater Treatment Plant.
• Respond to faults and breakdowns; diagnose and fix issues promptly.
• Carry out preventative maintenance to minimise downtime and extend life.
• Service pumps and perform field-based mechanical maintenance work.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Fault diagnosis

Reading drawings

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Education

Mechanical engineering apprenticeship

National Certificate in Mechanical Engineering (Level 4)

Tools

Pumps servicing tools

Hiab

Laser alignment

Class II driver’s licence

Job description

## Mechanical FitterApply: South Auckland: Full time: Posted Yesterday: End Date: November 1, 2026 (15 days left to apply): JR101489**He kōrero mō mātou | About Watercare** Ki te ora te wai, ka ora te whenua, ka ora te tangata*When the water is healthy, the land and the people are healthy* There's never been a better time to join Watercare. We're delivering a $15.2 billion, 10-year capital investment programme, the largest in our history, creating opportunities to work on transformative infrastructure, sustainability and digital projects that will shape Auckland's future. With more than $4 million invested every day, you'll be part of work that makes a lasting difference to our communities and environment. **He whakamārama mō te tūranga mahi | About the role**Join our team at the Māngere Wastewater Treatment Plant and play a hands-on role in keeping essential services running for over one million people across Auckland. As an experienced Mechanical Fitter, you’ll be part of a supportive team where your expertise in maintenance and problem-solving will make a real difference every day.This is a great opportunity if you enjoy practical, varied work, take pride in keeping equipment running at its best, and want to contribute to critical infrastructure that supports the community and environment.In this role, you will:* Keep mechanical equipment operating reliably, so the plant can run smoothly* Respond to faults and breakdowns, using your skills to diagnose and fix issues* Carry out preventative maintenance to minimise downtime and extend equipment life* Service pumps and complete field-based mechanical maintenance work* Work in a safety-first industrial environment where your wellbeing is a priority**Ngā pūkenga e rapu nei mātou | About you**You’re someone who takes pride in doing a job well and enjoys being part of a close-knit, practical team. You bring strong technical skills, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and a commitment to working safely.To succeed in this role, you’ll ideally have:* A recognised mechanical engineering apprenticeship and a National Certificate in Mechanical Engineering (Level 4) or equivalent* Experience maintaining continuously operating plant, ideally within large-scale liquid or solids processing environments* Confidence reading and interpreting technical drawings* A strong commitment to health & safety and safe work practices* Hands-on experience servicing pumpsIt would be great if you also bring:* Laser alignment experience* A Class II driver’s licence (or willingness to obtain one)* Hiab experienceA full, clean NZ driver’s licence is essential.**Ngā hua mōu | What's in it for you**We offer a competitive salary and staff benefits package including: • Training and development opportunities • Life and income protection insurance plans • Generous parental leave • Employee discounts at a range of large retailers**Me pēhea te tono mai | How to Apply**Come and join our team! If you are looking for an exciting career opportunity with a fantastic team then please apply online today - careers.watercare.co.nz.