Mobile Hydraulic Hose Technician

Hydraulic Specialties (SI) Ltd; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully equipped mobile service vehicle

Overtime opportunities

Professional development and training

Job summary

Hydraulic Specialties (SI) Ltd is seeking a Mobile Hose Technician to join our Christchurch operations. This hands-on role blends field service across Christchurch and a workshop environment, offering varied work and growth opportunities.

You will diagnose faults, assemble hoses, and install hydraulic components while delivering top-notch customer service and maintaining safety standards. A strong team culture supports your development and success.

Qualifications

• Proven hydraulic industry experience as a Hose Technician.
• Minimum of 3 years hydraulic industry experience.
• Proven fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Sound knowledge of hydraulic systems and components.
• Ability to work independently in the field and collaboratively in a team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Physically fit, willing and able to perform manual work.
• General Computer skills for quotes, invoicing and use of company software.
• Proactive committed approach to health and safety.

Responsibilities

• Attending customer sites across Christchurch and surrounding areas for on-site repairs and breakdown response.
• Diagnosing faults and providing practical, timely solutions.
• Manufacturing of hose assemblies both in the workshop and on site.
• Installing and replacing hydraulic hoses, fittings and associated components in our workshop and on-site.
• Delivering excellent customer service and building strong relationships.
• Managing the mobile service vehicle, vehicle stock and equipment.
• Ensuring health and safety standards are adhered to at all times.
• Collaborating with the wider team to ensure efficient and seamless service delivery.

Job description

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Hydraulic Specialties (SI) Ltd - Christchurch, South Island

Our team is looking for a Mobile Hose Technician to join our Christchurch-based operations, servicing Christchurch and the surrounding areas. This is a varied, hands-on role offering a mix of field service and workshop-based work - giving you the best of both worlds. This role has become available due to our current Hose Technician leaving the industry.

We are proudly NZ owned and operated, supplying product, solutions and services across New Zealand and Australia. We employ an awesome team of engineers, tradespeople, technical sales, and service professionals who provide an amazing service to our broad customer base.

What really sets us apart is our people. We've built a supportive, down-to-earth team culture where collaboration is key. Our team works closely together, shares knowledge, and backs each other up - whether you're out on the road or in the workshop. You'll be joining a group that values teamwork, continuous learning, and taking pride in delivering great results for our customers.

What will you be doing?

• Attending customer sites across Christchurch and surrounding areas for on-site repairs and breakdown response
• Diagnosing faults and providing practical, timely solutions
• Manufacturing of hose assemblies both in the workshop and on site
• Installing and replacing hydraulic hoses, fittings and associated components in our workshop and on-site
• Delivering excellent customer service and building strong relationships
• Managing the mobile service vehicle, vehicle stock and equipment
• Ensuring health and safety standards are adhered to at all times
• Collaborating with the wider team to ensure efficient and seamless service delivery

What do you need for a successful application?

• Proven hydraulic industry experience as a Hose Technician
• Minimum of 3 years hydraulic industry experience
• Proven fault-finding and problem-solving skills
• Sound knowledge of hydraulic systems and components
• Ability to work independently in the field and collaboratively in a team
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Physically fit, willing and able to perform manual work
• General Computer skills for quotes, invoicing and use of company software
• Proactive committed approach to health and safety

What can you expect?

• Competitive rates of pay and overtime opportunities
• A fully equipped mobile service vehicle
• Both field and workshop-based work
• A mixture of new installs, repair and maintenance work
• Professional development with ongoing skills development & training opportunities
• Work that can constantly challenge you
• A genuine, collaborative team culture
• A workplace where your contribution is valued and recognised

If you are not suitably qualified, or you are not currently eligible to work in New Zealand please do not apply for this role.