Back to job search
Job reference - 1376695
Access 29 years of our client relationships and connections and find your next job.
A remarkable role
As one of New Zealand’s largest state-owned enterprises this company is responsible for a large fleet of vehicles, farm machinery and, in this case, many ATV’s, side by sides, and farm bikes. They also service and maintain a fleet of Toyota Hilux diesel utes and Suzuki compact 4x4’s.
Why is the role remarkable?
Over the years we have observed that the skills of a small engine technician are sometimes undervalued in terms of pay rates compared to some sectors of the industry. The frustration of attempting to get the break needed to redeploy skills into the more lucrative heavy diesel farm machinery sector is one often sought but rarely achieved.
This role provides both the opportunity to earn a higher income than normal repairing the equipment you are familiar with while also further developing your skills into the farm machinery sector working on tractors, excavators, harvesters, cultivation, and spraying equipment.
We are not suggesting you will be involved in the heavy diesel work every day as this role primarily involves the smaller engines mentioned above but you may be required to assist on the farming equipment to when called on and this is an enormous opportunity and adds diversity to the role.
Who is the employer?
The employer is a government owned organisation and one of New Zealand’s largest state-owned enterprises. While this is a fleet field service role, the focus is on quality preventive maintenance and full repairs. The fleet is modern, the workshop facilities and field service vehicles top class. The service vehicle is decked out impressively complete with hydraulic hoist, oil containment systems, and so much more.
The technical team includes specialists in agricultural equipment, engineering, and of course the vehicles and equipment you are skilled at repairing. Technicians are supported by sound service management and technical support.
The skills we seek
The rewards
How to apply
Unfortunately due to border closures, we cannot accept applications from offshore migrants at present. This vacancy is therefore only open to citizens, residents, those with Open Work Visas and those in NZ with Work Visas that can be transferred to a new employer. If you are located outside NZ and do not already have the right to work here, we are unable to assist during COVID-19 for the foreseeable future.
If reading online, click the APPLY NOW section and submit your application online.
For more information contact the team at Automotive Employment NZ Ltd for a confidential discussion. Phone during NZ business hours: Freephone 0800 67 57 47 from landline and mobile. The international landline is +64 9 271 3200.
Automotive Employment (NZ) Limited and Property Employment (NZ) Ltd are wholly owned subsidiaries of JOBCORP (NZ) Ltd. Our company has business interests in recruitment, the provision of immigration advice, and the provision of employment relations advice.
Side x side and ATV Mechanic - Field Service
| Job title : | Side x side and ATV Mechanic - Field Service |
| Contract type : | Permanent |
| Location : | Waikato |
| Sectors : | |
| Job Reference : | 659306 |
| Job published : | over 3 years ago |
- Rare chance to use current skills and further develop your knowledge base into farm machinery
- Know somebody with these skills? Bring this huge opportunity to their attention
- Field service role, $30-$33 per hour, company vehicle, and other benefits
Access 29 years of our client relationships and connections and find your next job.
A remarkable role
As one of New Zealand’s largest state-owned enterprises this company is responsible for a large fleet of vehicles, farm machinery and, in this case, many ATV’s, side by sides, and farm bikes. They also service and maintain a fleet of Toyota Hilux diesel utes and Suzuki compact 4x4’s.
Why is the role remarkable?
Over the years we have observed that the skills of a small engine technician are sometimes undervalued in terms of pay rates compared to some sectors of the industry. The frustration of attempting to get the break needed to redeploy skills into the more lucrative heavy diesel farm machinery sector is one often sought but rarely achieved.
This role provides both the opportunity to earn a higher income than normal repairing the equipment you are familiar with while also further developing your skills into the farm machinery sector working on tractors, excavators, harvesters, cultivation, and spraying equipment.
We are not suggesting you will be involved in the heavy diesel work every day as this role primarily involves the smaller engines mentioned above but you may be required to assist on the farming equipment to when called on and this is an enormous opportunity and adds diversity to the role.
Who is the employer?
The employer is a government owned organisation and one of New Zealand’s largest state-owned enterprises. While this is a fleet field service role, the focus is on quality preventive maintenance and full repairs. The fleet is modern, the workshop facilities and field service vehicles top class. The service vehicle is decked out impressively complete with hydraulic hoist, oil containment systems, and so much more.
The technical team includes specialists in agricultural equipment, engineering, and of course the vehicles and equipment you are skilled at repairing. Technicians are supported by sound service management and technical support.
The skills we seek
- A relevant automotive trade qualification
- Proven prior experience on side by sides, ATVs, farm bikes, and a small number of quad bikes
- The ability to respond to emergency repairs with an understanding of urgency
- You will need the ability to communicate with the end users and farm managers who use this equipment
- Be flexible enough to get involved in all the equipment aforementioned and be willing to learn about new equipment and products you have previously repaired
- Hold a respect for health and safety, sustainability, animal welfare, and environmental concerns, and be innovative
The rewards
- $30 to $33 per hour dependent on skills and prior experience
- Use of a company vehicle
- Medical benefits
- Kiwisaver
- Bonuses
- Health protection e.g. death and disability cover
How to apply
Unfortunately due to border closures, we cannot accept applications from offshore migrants at present. This vacancy is therefore only open to citizens, residents, those with Open Work Visas and those in NZ with Work Visas that can be transferred to a new employer. If you are located outside NZ and do not already have the right to work here, we are unable to assist during COVID-19 for the foreseeable future.
If reading online, click the APPLY NOW section and submit your application online.
For more information contact the team at Automotive Employment NZ Ltd for a confidential discussion. Phone during NZ business hours: Freephone 0800 67 57 47 from landline and mobile. The international landline is +64 9 271 3200.
Automotive Employment (NZ) Limited and Property Employment (NZ) Ltd are wholly owned subsidiaries of JOBCORP (NZ) Ltd. Our company has business interests in recruitment, the provision of immigration advice, and the provision of employment relations advice.
hello
Job has Expired