If you’re someone who enjoys working with machinery, has a knack for fixing things, and is looking for a career with real stability, this could be the role you’ve been waiting for. Century Yuasa in Palmerston North is looking for a Forklift Battery Service Technician and Battery Builder to join our team. You’ll be out and about servicing customers across the region, building and repairing traction batteries, and keeping material handling operations running smoothly. It’s hands-on, varied, and offers plenty of room to grow. If you’ve got mechanical aptitude and want to learn a specialised trade, we’ll give you the training to make it happen.
About the Company
Century Yuasa is a name that’s been trusted in Australasian industry for nearly 100 years. We’re the leading supplier of industrial stored energy products and services to the materials handling industry, with a strong presence in New Zealand and deep international partnerships. But beyond the history and the reputation, we’re a team of people who take pride in what we do. We support each other, we invest in our people, and we’re always looking for the next person to grow with us. If you want to build a career with a company that’s been around for the long haul and plans to be here for many more, you’ve found the right place.
Key Responsibilities
- Service and Support Customers: You’ll be the go-to person for customers across Palmerston North and the surrounding areas, providing technical assistance, maintenance, and repairs for their forklift batteries and chargers.
- Build and Test Batteries: A key part of the role involves assembling traction batteries from components, testing them to ensure they’re performing as they should, and getting them ready for customers.
- Diagnose and Repair: When something’s not working right, you’ll troubleshoot the issue—whether it’s a fault in the battery, the charger, or the connections—and carry out the necessary repairs.
- Perform Maintenance Activities: You’ll handle routine maintenance tasks, including replacing worn parts, topping up cells, and checking systems to prevent breakdowns before they happen.
- Manage Stock and Warehouse Duties: The role also includes general warehousing tasks like putting away stock, checking inventory levels, and helping out with stocktakes when needed.
- Work Independently: Once you’re up to speed, you’ll be trusted to manage your own time, plan your days, and get the job done without someone watching over your shoulder.
- Keep Customers Happy: You’ll communicate clearly with clients, answer their questions, and make sure they feel supported. Strong customer service is part of every interaction.
Qualifications and Experience
We’re Looking For Someone Who Has:
- A good mechanical mind whether you’re trade qualified, have experience as a trade assistant, or just naturally understand how machinery works, we want to hear from you.
- A current Class 2 Driver Licence you’ll be driving to customer sites, so this is essential.
- The ability to work autonomously and manage your own time effectively. We need people we can trust to get on with the job.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. You’ll be dealing with customers and team members every day.
- A well-presented, professional manner with solid customer service instincts.
- The ability to work well within a team environment we support each other here.
- Basic computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Office, and the willingness to learn new IT systems as needed.
- Physical strength and good manual handling skills this role involves a lot of heavy lifting, so you need to be comfortable with that.
It’s a Bonus If You Have:
- A current forklift licence.
- Dangerous Goods Licences.
- Previous experience working with forklifts or batteries.
What’s on Offer
- Generous Hourly Pay $23 You’ll receive a competitive hourly rate, paid weekly. Plus, you get discounted batteries as an extra perk.
- Stable, Full-Time Employment: Join a proud, well-established brand that’s been around for nearly a century and is still growing strong.
- Career Development Opportunities: We don’t just give you a job we offer pathways to grow. With ongoing training and development, you can build a real career here.
- Supportive Team Environment: You’ll be working alongside people who’ve got your back, in a team that values collaboration and looking out for each other.
- Comprehensive Training: Don’t worry if you’re not an expert yet. We provide full on-the-job training on our products and processes, so you can learn as you go.
- Employee Assistance Program: Your wellbeing matters. We offer support for your mental, physical, social, and financial health through our EAP.
How to Apply
Ready to take the next step in your career? We’d like to hear from you. Please click “apply now” and attach your resume along with a covering letter telling us a bit about yourself and why you’re interested in this role. If you’ve got mechanical experience, a Class 2 licence, and you’re keen to learn a specialised trade, we want to hear your story. We’ll be in touch if you’re short-listed.
For more information about us, visit www.cyb.co.nz. If you have any questions, you can email [email protected].
Please note: No recruitment agencies need to apply.
