Technician

Unitec; Albert-Eden; On-site; NZD 27,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Unitec Pathways College seeks a Technician to support students and staff with tools, machinery, and automotive equipment, while promoting safe work practices in a well-equipped learning environment.

The role is permanent part-time (22.5 hours per week), focusing on maintaining safe workshops, storerooms, and resources, with a strong emphasis on Te Reo Māori, inclusivity, and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Passionate about Te Reo Māori and Tikanga Māori, or eager to learn.
• Dedicated to creating inclusive and equitable environments.
• Physically fit.
• Basic understanding of vehicle systems, including engine, steering suspension, and braking mechanisms.
• Natural teacher with strong communication and organisational skills.
• Curious about new technologies and best practices.
• Current first aid certificate.
• NZ Driver's license with 'F' endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Technical Support: Assist students and staff with tools, machinery, and automotive equipment while promoting safe work practices.
• Workshop Management: Maintain workshops, equipment, and storerooms, ensuring resources are available and facilities meet safety standards.
• Health & Safety: Foster a safe and inclusive environment by supporting wellbeing initiatives and adhering to health and safety policies.

Skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Physical fitness

Safety awareness

Job description

Whakairohia he toki, tāraia te anamata | Learning with purpose, creating our futures

A new era in vocational education is unfolding in Tāmaki Makaurau. Manukau Institute of Technology and Unitec, two trusted institutions with over 50 years of service, are coming together to create a unified, future-focused learning environment. This transformation is about more than education; it’s about building an inclusive system that reflects the aspirations of our diverse communities, industries, and Māori across the region.

Te āheinga: The opportunity

Join Unitec Pathways College as a Technician, where you'll help create a safe, engaging, and well-equipped learning environment for secondary school students.

This is a permanent part-time position, working 22.5 hours per week.

Key Responsibilities

• Technical Support: Assist students and staff with tools, machinery, and automotive equipment while promoting safe work practices.


• Workshop Management: Maintain workshops, equipment, and storerooms, ensuring resources are available and facilities meet safety standards.


• Health & Safety: Foster a safe and inclusive environment by supporting wellbeing initiatives and adhering to health and safety policies.

Please refer to the Position Description for further information about the role.

• Passionate about Te Reo Māori and Tikanga Māori, or eager to learn.


• Dedicated to creating inclusive and equitable environments.


• Physically fit.


• Basic understanding of vehicle systems, including engine, steering suspension, and braking mechanisms.


• Natural teacher with strong communication and organisational skills.


• Curious about new technologies and best practices.


• Current first aid certificate.


• NZ Driver's license with 'F' endorsement.

Whyyou’ll love working with us

Manukau Institute of Technology and Unitec is committed to learning with purpose and creating futures for our learners and communities. We value strong governance, collaboration, and wellbeing, and we are committed to honouring Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

To be eligible for this role, applicants must have the legal right to work in Aotearoa New Zealand (such as New Zealand citizenship or permanent residency).

Applications close on 27thof October 2026 at 11:55 pm.

Manukau Institute of Technology and Unitec are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and celebrate diversity and are committed to building a supportive and inclusive environment for all.