Maintenance Technician

Work Set-up: Onsite

Location: 240 Jellicoe St., Te Puke, Bay of Plenty, Tauranga, New Zealand

No. of Hours: Minimum of 40 hours per week

Number of Headcount required:  3

Salary Range: NZD 58,000 – 59,000

JOB PURPOSE:

The Maintenance Technician ensures the reliability of process equipment through routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs while implementing a preventative maintenance program to minimize downtime, managing spare parts inventory, supporting continuous improvement, and maintaining safety standards

Job Description:

Equipment Reliability and Maintenance

·        Conduct regular assessments and inspections of mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems.

·        Report abnormal equipment conditions to schedule maintenance.

·        Maintain accurate equipment logs and maintenance records for traceability

 Preventative Maintenance Program Development

·        Develop, plan, and implement a robust preventive maintenance schedule.

·        Recommend replacement or upgrade of obsolete equipment.

·        Coordinate with production to minimize operational disruption.

Troubleshooting and Repairs

·        Troubleshoot the root causes of equipment failure and provide timely repairs.

·        Assist in emergency breakdown resolution and collaborate with the electrician on minor electrical works.

·        Implement long-term fixes for recurring issues

 Safety and Housekeeping

·        Follow LOTO procedures and other Health & Safety protocols during work.

·        Maintain a clean and organized work area.

·        Participate in safety initiatives, including audits, risk assessments, and corrective actions

Continuous Improvement

·        Support process improvement and energy-saving initiatives.

·        Participate in cross-functional projects that enhance machine uptime or reduce waste.

·        Assist with machinery upgrades and redesigns.

Spare Parts inventory

·        Monitor and maintain stock levels of essential spare parts.

·        Initiate reordering of parts based on usage trends and lead times.

·        Record all part movements in CMMS and ensure stock accuracy.

·        Coordinate with suppliers for part sourcing and delivery follow-up.

Ad hoc

·        Assist in the installation, commissioning, and decommissioning of machinery.

·        Perform other related tasks as assigned.

Job Requirements:

Education:   Preferably bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical/ Electrical) or equivalent

Work Experience: At least 3 years' experience in the same role

Trainings, License & Certifications:  Electrical certification or mechanical trade license preferred.  Forklift license and Working at Heights certification are advantageous.  Preferably with MEWP and Confined space training certification