Workshop Technician

Blokhaus; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Temporary role with potential for full

Team environment

Training and skill development

Job summary

Jora New Zealand seeks a skilled Workshop Maintenance Technician to join the Christchurch workshop. You will assemble, maintain, and repair pump systems and rotating equipment, ensuring safety, workmanship, and customer satisfaction in a hands-on environment.

The role requires reading technical drawings, performing routine and emergency repairs, and maintaining detailed service records. A forklift license and confined space training are preferred, with opportunities for training and development.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Hands-on experience with pump servicing or rotating equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving.
• Ability to read technical schematics and drawings.
• Clear communication and customer service orientation.
• Excellent time management and attention to detail.
• Forklift license and confined space training preferred but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Stripping, inspecting, rebuilding, and assembling pumps and rotating equipment.
• Conducting routine and emergency repairs on pump systems and components.
• Performing mechanical and hydraulic testing to meet specifications.
• Reading and interpreting technical drawings, schematics, and job specs.
• Responding to customer inquiries, preparing quotes, and providing technical support.
• Maintaining accurate service records, job documentation, and CRM entries.
• Ensuring workshop tools and equipment are maintained, calibrated, and stored safely.
• Adhering to health and safety standards and participating in safety briefings.

Skills

Pump servicing

Rotating equipment

Mechanical aptitude

Reading schematics

Customer service

Time management

Forklift license

Confined Space training

Education

Trade qualification in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Hydraulic testing

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

We are seeking a skilled and reliable Workshop Maintenance andTechnician to join our team in Christchurch, Canterbury. In this role, you will be responsible for carrying out the assembly, maintenance, and repair of pump systems and associated rotating equipment in a workshop environment. You will play a key hands-on role in ensuring all work meets strict standards of workmanship, safety, and customer satisfaction.

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled and reliable Workshop Maintenance andTechnician to join our team in Christchurch, Canterbury. In this role, you will be responsible for carrying out the assembly, maintenance, and repair of pump systems and associated rotating equipment in a workshop environment. You will play a key hands-on role in ensuring all work meets strict standards of workmanship, safety, and customer satisfaction.

What You'll Be Doing

• Stripping, inspecting, rebuilding, and assembling various types of pumps and rotating equipment

• Conducting routine and emergency repairs on pump systems and components

• Performing mechanical and hydraulic testing to ensure equipment meets performance specifications

• Reading and interpreting technical drawings, schematics, and job specifications

• Responding to customer enquiries, preparing quotes, and providing technical support

• Maintaining accurate service records, job documentation, and CRM entries

• Ensuring workshop tools and equipment are properly maintained, calibrated, and safely stored

• Adhering to all health and safety standards, participating in safety briefings, and maintaining a clean workplace

What We're Looking For

• Trade qualification in Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent field

• Proven hands-on experience with pump servicing, rotating equipment, or mechanical systems

• Strong mechanical aptitude, technical proficiency, and problem-solving abilities

• Ability to accurately read and interpret technical schematics and drawings

• Strong customer service orientation with clear communication skills

• Excellent time management, reliability, and attention to detail

• A valid Forklift License and Confined Space training are preferred (but not compulsory)

Benefits

• Temprory Role with a possibilityturning into a Permanent Role.

• Excellent team environment and supportive workshop culture

• Opportunities to work on a wide variety of technical pump equipment

• Ongoing training and professional skill development