Job reference - 1468124

• Top rates, benefits, and training provided
• Prior experience on forklifts or material handling equipment
  (electric, diesel, or LPG)
• Join a nationally represented, accredited employer

With 34 years of industry connections, Automotive Employment NZ has been helping skilled tradespeople secure quality roles since 1991.

An excellent opportunity is now available to join a first-class workshop in Christchurch, part of a nationally represented market leader in the materials handling sector.

This role suits a technician with access equipment and/or forklift experience who enjoys variety, autonomy, and working with modern equipment.

There are similar opportunities in other locations in NZ including Auckland and the Bay of Plenty, please enquire if you are interested in other locations and have the required skills and experience.

What's on offer
This role provides long-term stability, strong earning potential, and excellent working conditions within a supportive team environment.

You'll benefit from:

• Highly attractive salary package
• Company vehicle provided for field service work
• Employment with a nationally represented organisation
• Friendly, productive team culture with excellent working conditions
• Medical and health insurance after 3 months of service
• Ongoing training and development opportunities

 
The role
You'll be responsible for servicing, maintaining, and repairing a wide range of materials handling equipment, both in the workshop and out in the field.

Your duties will include:

• General servicing and maintenance of EWPs and forklifts
• Diagnostic work using the latest equipment
• Field service repairs and call-outs
• Preventative maintenance
• Minor and major repairs
• Attending breakdowns efficiently and professionally
• Completing paperwork accurately and on time
• Liaising directly with clients to ensure high service standards

 
Skills and experience we're looking for

• Trade qualification as a mechanic
• Proven post-apprenticeship experience on access equipment/EWPs and/or LPG forklifts or materials handling equipment
• Strong diagnostic capability
• Ability to complete major repairs
• Experience with construction equipment (advantageous)
• Confidence working largely unsupervised on a range of equipment
• Strong customer service focus
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Efficient, accurate, and well-organised work habits
• A team-oriented attitude
• Working at Heights licence (preferred but not essential)

 
How to apply
Applications from those wanting to relocate from elsewhere within NZ are welcome, as are applications from those based offshore who meet the requirements.

Click APPLY NOW to submit your CV. For more information contact the team at Automotive Employment NZ Ltd for a confidential discussion via email or phone during NZ business hours: +64 9 271 3200.

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