Workshop Technician (Disability Equipment Refurbishment)

Accessable; Ōtara-Papatoetoe; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Accessable is seeking a motivated equipment technician to refurbish and repair disability and rehabilitation equipment inhouse. The role suits someone with a tooling and mechanical aptitude, with training provided and opportunities for career progression.

You will evaluate equipment for repair, refurbish components, replace faulty parts, and reassemble units, while maintaining high standards and ensuring customer-focused service.

Qualifications

• Basic mechanical and/or electrical aptitude.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new tasks.
• Experience using computers or computer-based task systems is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Evaluating equipment for repair or refurbishment.
• Refurbishing components and replacing faulty parts.
• Reassembly of equipment after repair.
• Collaborating to write work instructions and follow training provided.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical aptitude

Computer literacy

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

At Accessable, our mission to provide solutions for better living, guides us every day and reminds us how our efforts positively impact the lives of tens of thousands of New Zealanders every year. We offer a comprehensive range of disability and rehabilitation equipment, housing modifications, and support services that empower people to live fuller, more independent lives.

About the role

While the role involves refurbishing and repairing disability and rehabilitation equipment inhouse to our high standards, our clients are always front of mind in everything we do. The position suits someone with a tooling and mechanical aptitude.

This role is ideal for someone that takes great pride in their work, understands the importance of providing excellent customer service, and has great skills for basic fault finding and the use of hand tools. You'll also work with the team writing work instructions and if you've used a computer-based task process system previously this will be helpful, however specific training will be provided.

On a day-to-day basis, you will be:

• Evaluating equipment for repair or refurbishment
• Refurbishing components
• Replacing faulty/damaged parts
• Reassembly of equipment

Training for the role will be provided and there is career advancement pathways and industry training opportunities for the right candidate.

What you will bring

• An excellent work ethic, reliability and energy
• Basic mechanical and/or electrical aptitude
• The desire and ability to learn
• Basic experience using computers
• Previous experience as a field or workshop equipment technician is an advantage

Why Accessable?

You'll be part of a team culture that is collaborative, supportive, and values real impact you'll finish each day knowing your work and contributions matter.

We offer a safe, welcoming, and inclusive workplace that celebrates diversity and lived experience. If you're someone who brings energy, integrity, and a drive to make a difference we want to hear from you.

Please note:

• You must have the right to work in New Zealand and be willing to undergo a Criminal History check.
• Overseas applications will not be considered.