Service Technician – Packaging & Processing Equipment – Mechanically Qualified

Nationwide travel | Industry-leading machinery | Customer-focused environment

Join a well-established global leader in packaging and processing solutions, known for cutting-edge equipment used across the primary food production sector. With a strong local presence and global resources behind them, this machine manufacturer delivers end-to-end solutions and exceptional service to clients throughout New Zealand.

We're looking for a hands-on, customer-focused Service Technician to join the team and help maintain world-class equipment performance and reliability.

 What’s in it for you:

  • Base salary of NZD $80K-$100K per annum depending on your experience (based on a 40-hour week)

  • Overtime for all chargeable hours over 40 hrs + 9% KiwiSaver/Super. $125 day meal allowance (when away for work).

  • Company vehicle (Ford Ranger), phone, laptop, and full tool kit provided

  • Access to global training and ongoing professional development

  • Supportive team culture with strong customer and technical focus

What you’ll do:

  • Communicate clearly with clients to recommend the best solutions, support forward planning, and ensure long-term equipment performance

  • Service, repair, and maintain high-end packaging and processing machinery across customer sites nationwide

  • Provide a responsive and professional approach to breakdowns, ensuring minimal downtime

  • Deliver installation, commissioning, and operator training to support customer success

  • Collaborate with internal teams to coordinate service schedules and provide feedback for continuous improvement

  • Assist with rebuilds and major overhauls, both onsite and in the Auckland-based workshop

  • Maintain accurate service documentation and uphold high health & safety standards

  • Support customers remotely where required

 

What we’re looking for

  • Trade qualified Fitter / Maintenance Engineer or similar, with relevant experience in servicing heavy-duty industrial machinery. A Restricted Electrical License or EST qualification is highly desirable. The company can assist you with obtaining your REL if you don’t have this yet.

  • Experience in servicing equipment in food manufacturing or packaging industry a strong advantage

  • Strong knowledge of PLCs, drive systems, servo motors, pneumatics, and industrial automation

  • Excellent troubleshooting and diagnostic skills

  • A self-starter who is flexible, professional, and enjoys working directly with customers

  • Valid NZ driver’s license and willingness to travel nationally (and occasionally overseas)

Ready to join a company where your technical skills and customer-first mindset will be truly valued?

How to apply

Send your CV in WORD format via the Apply Now link. Please ensure you have listed your full experience & qualifications. Your contact for this role is chanelle@kingsrecruitment.co.nz. Chanelle 09 600 5151.

Please note:

  •  Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 7 working days.

  •  Applicants must be based in New Zealand or Australia and hold valid NZ work rights.

  •  Full NZ driver’s license is required.

  •  Travel nationwide is expected (averages 1 week per month, but can be more)

  •  Pre-employment medical, drug, and police checks apply.

Employer Request: “We prefer a video profile with your application - it helps us get to know you better and may increase your chances of being shortlisted.”

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