New Zealand Starch Ltd. produces a range of maize-derived food, stock food, and industrial products at our Onehunga process plant. To meet the high demand for our quality products the site operates around the clock.
Role Purpose:
The Maintenance Fitter reports to the Maintenance Supervisor and is responsible for fault finding and proactively repairing machinery as well as preventative maintenance, enabling the production team to produce high-quality products.
The standard work hours will be within a set time frame, with exact start and finish times determined based on operational needs—Monday to Friday with 6 hours on Saturday morning.
Key Responsibilities:

• Provide quality maintenance fitter services to maintain and repair a range of process equipment and machinery
• Carry out preventative maintenance duties and checks as prescribed in MEX work orders issued to you
• Report back on work undertaken and conditions found as required
• Identify any parts needed and communicate the usage of parts to the appropriate person
• Undertake project and improvement tasks as requested
• Support production and site activities to optimize productivity and minimize downtime
• Ensure execution of planned maintenance works aligns with plant and resource availability
• Timely responses to all breakdown calls, using fault-finding skills to evaluate the cause of the breakdown and implement the best solution to rectify the breakdown
• Ensure all tasks are conducted safely, and that no hazards are left untended
• Supervise external contractors when on-site
• Ensure compliance with site quality and food safety programs

To be successful you will have the following:

• Knowledge of business operations including Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Safe Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Understanding of food manufacturing processes and hygiene requirements
• Understanding of safety systems and processes including risk assessments, incident reporting, and planned inspections
• Fitter, Fitter – Turner, Fitter - welder, or Fitter/Machinist experience is desirable
• Welding experience is desirable while knowing pumps and bearings
• Strong attention to detail with a proactive approach to maintenance issues
• Planning, organisation, and problem-solving skills
• Reliable, motivated, punctual, and can work autonomously
• Have a strong work ethic and be a team player
• Be physically fit and healthy for work

If you are seeking a new and challenging career with a long-established New Zealand organisation, please submit your CV and cover letter through Seek.
All external applicants will be required to provide proof of their eligibility to work in New Zealand.
We currently only accept direct applications for this role. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:

• Referral program

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Afternoon shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Supplementary Pay:

• Overtime pay
• Penal rates

Application Question(s):

• Do you have a right to work in New Zealand? What is your Visa current status?

Experience:

• Maintenance Fitter: 1 year (Required)

Licence/Certification:

• Maintenance related certificates (Required)