Beaufort, a global leader in safety and survival equipment, is seeking a dedicated and conscientious Service Technician to join our life raft service team in Nelson. This is an excellent entry point for someone eager to learn a vital, specialised trade. You’ll receive full training to service and maintain critical safety equipment that protects lives at sea and in the air. If you’re looking for a stable, meaningful role where precision and pride in your work are paramount, we want to welcome you aboard.
Company Overview
For over 166 years, Beaufort has been a global leader dedicated to a single, powerful mission: protecting lives. We operate worldwide, providing innovative safety and survival solutions to the Marine, Defence, Energy, and Aerospace sectors. Our reputation is built on reliability, quality, and unwavering commitment. When you join our team, you become part of a long-standing legacy of excellence, working with products where there is no room for error and every detail counts.
Key Responsibilities
In this hands-on technical role, you will be entrusted with maintaining lifesaving equipment to the highest standards. Your key duties will include:
- Servicing, inspecting, testing, and repacking life rafts and related critical marine and aviation safety equipment according to strict manufacturer and regulatory standards.
- Meticulously following detailed service manuals and procedures to ensure every unit is certified and ready for emergency use.
- Completing clear, accurate documentation and service records for every piece of equipment you handle.
- Working conscientiously as part of a close-knit team, while also having the focus to complete independent tasks with a high degree of responsibility.
- Taking pride in the quality and precision of your work, understanding that reliability is non-negotiable.
Qualifications
We are looking for individuals with the right attitude and aptitude to learn this crucial trade. The ideal candidate will be:
- Someone who enjoys working with technical, hands-on products and has a natural conscientiousness and attention to detail.
- A reliable team player who can also work independently with focus and responsibility.
- Possess clear written and verbal communication skills for accurate reporting and teamwork.
- While a relevant trade qualification is beneficial, what we value most is a positive, committed attitude and a genuine willingness to learn. Full, comprehensive training will be provided.
- Basic computing skills are required for documentation and systems.
Benefits and Perks
This is more than a job; it’s a career with profound purpose. Joining Beaufort offers:
- A competitive hourly rate of $30 – $35 per hour in a stable, full-time position.
- Comprehensive, fully-paid training to become a certified technician in a skilled, specialised field that will always be in demand.
- Continued support and guidance from an experienced manager and a supportive team as you grow your expertise.
- The immense job satisfaction and pride that comes from knowing your work directly contributes to saving lives.
- The security of working for a 166-year-old global company with a respected legacy in critical safety.
How to Apply
If you are committed to quality work and ready for a career that makes a difference, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your resume today through our official application channel. Covering letters are also welcome to express your personal interest in this unique role. Take the first step towards a rewarding future with Beaufort, where your skills will protect lives for years to come.
