We are looking for a meticulous Equipment Workshop Technician to join a respected New Zealand company with over 40 years of industry expertise. This hands-on role is perfect for someone who enjoys detailed electronic assembly, testing, and contributing to innovative product development. You’ll be part of a knowledgeable, tight-knit team where your ability to work independently and your passion for electronics will be highly valued. If you’re ready to build a stable career with a company that invests in its people, this is an excellent opportunity.
Company Overview
Our client is a well-established and trusted New Zealand company with a reputation built on over four decades of deep industry expertise. They operate within a specialised field, focusing on innovation, quality, and reliable service. The company fosters a supportive workshop environment where experienced professionals mentor their team, encouraging growth and contribution to meaningful projects. It’s a stable organisation that values long-term relationships with both its clients and its staff.
Key Responsibilities
In this varied workshop role, you will be central to the production and development of specialised equipment. Your key duties will include:
- Building, assembling, and meticulously testing electronic control equipment according to set plans and instructions.
- Maintaining an exceptionally organised, tidy, and efficient workshop environment.
- Assisting with logistics such as stock arrivals, dispatch, and supervising any contract outwork.
- Providing valuable support for new product research and development initiatives.
- Occasionally traveling to client sites around New Zealand to assist with installations or troubleshooting (a full driver’s licence is required).
- Helping with general factory plant repair and maintenance as needed.
Qualifications
We are seeking an individual with the right innate abilities and a keen, practical mind. The essentials for this role are:
- A natural, strong interest in electronics and a genuine empathy for how mechanical and electronic systems work. A formal qualification is not required.
- The ability to understand instrumentation, data logging systems, and possess good general computing skills.
- Excellent troubleshooting ability, a quick learning mindset, and superb attention to detail.
- The comfort and discipline to work independently, managing variable workloads effectively.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills and an unwavering commitment to health, safety, and quality standards.
- Legal right to live and work in New Zealand.
Benefits and Perks
This role offers more than just a job; it offers a pathway to a rewarding technical career. Benefits include:
- A competitive salary of $66,000 – $72,000 per year, depending on your experience.
- The unique opportunity to work on innovative projects and contribute to new product development.
- Direct mentorship from highly experienced, long-term professionals within the company.
- The security and pride of joining a stable, well-respected New Zealand business with a 40-year reputation.
- A varied role that combines workshop focus with occasional client site travel, providing excellent balance.
How to Apply
If you have the practical skills and inquisitive mind we’re looking for, we would love to hear from you. To apply, please submit your up-to-date CV along with a cover letter that explains why you have applied and what specific skills you can bring to this workshop role. Please note, only applicants with the right to live and work in New Zealand will be considered.
