Are you a trade qualified, Heavy Diesel Mechanic looking for a varied role? Are you comfortable working at heights and around the water? Would you like to work in a state-of-the-art brand-new workshop? If you are looking for a change, this role at LPC could be just what you're after.
Ka whati te tai, ka pao te tōrea
When opportunity arises, we must be ready to strike before it passes
Employee benefits include:

• Competitive Remuneration Package
• Superannuation
• Subsidised medical insurance and eyecare
• Permanent Position
• Rotating shift work in a 24/7 operation
• Lyttelton based 360 - degree waterfront views
• Free parking

About the role
We're seeking a qualified and experienced, Heavy Diesel Mechanic to join our Mechanical Maintenance Team based at the Lyttelton Port.
You will be responsible for carrying out mechanical maintenance services on mobile plant which includes Straddle Carriers, Forklifts, Bulldozers, Front End Loaders, Cranes, and our fleet of smaller vehicles.
The role involves ensuring the equipment is maintained to the required standard, carrying out scheduled preventative maintenance and ensuring all maintenance activities are being completed in a cost-effective manner with a strong focus on health and safety.
About you
The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and qualifications:

• Heavy Diesel Mechanic Trade Certification or equivalent (Ideally NZQA L4 Plant and Equipment)
• Current, Clean, Full Class 2 NZ Driver Licence and/or Class 4, 5 with WTR and F endorsement
• Proven background and experience in both heavy and light mechanical equipment
• Strong knowledge of diagnostic and troubleshooting repairs and maintenance
• Knowledge of or experience using preventative maintenance principles and ERPs would be highly regarded
• Experience with maintenance management software and/or ERP systems desirable
• Exposure to Quality Management systems and methodology
• Experience in a Preventative Maintenance work environment will be highly regarded

About LPC
We are Lyttelton Port Company (LPC), the largest Port in the South Island, committed to Leading the Way for our people and our region.
With a focus firmly on the future, LPC is a vital link in both Canterbury and the South Island's supply chain. We are a company focused on our people and have a passion to strengthen our position as a key hub port in the global transport network. Simply put, we ensure the essential goods and services our region need are delivered every day.
Who we are and what we're here to achieve: this is an exciting time to join LPC. Our purpose is to facilitate the sustainable trade for Canterbury, with sustainability and the safety of our people at the centre of everything we do.
Pre-employment Tests
LPC require all successful candidates to complete a Pre-employment Medical which includes a Drug and Alcohol Test, Pre-Employment Ministry of Justice Check, a TORO check and a Pre-employment ACC Check.
Eligibility
Legal entitlement to work in New Zealand is required.
Apply for this role
If you're up for the challenge, please hit the apply button now!
Applications close: 5pm, 12th December 2024
For further information, please email recruitment@lpc.co.nz.