Farming Equipment Mechanic

Job Description

Job reference - 37405

• Leading agricultural company located in various regions of NZ  
• Top rates, overtime, tool allowance, and other benefits
• Accredited employer with INZ - workshop and field service roles available 

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About the location and company

Surrounded by beautiful trees and country, and in the heart of Waikato, this workshop is in growth mode and recruiting both workshop and field service technicians.

This group is well known in the industry for representing some of New Zealand's best selling and servicing global brands of tractors and agricultural machinery.




The role
You will be carrying out workshop and field based services, maintenance, and repairs to various brands of tractors and agricultural machinery within the Waikato region.


Skills required

The ideal background would be a mechanic with an agricultural/farming machinery background, however, diesel mechanics with experience on other equipment and adaptable skills are welcome to apply.

• Relevant automotive trade qualification
• Proven experience working on tractors and other agricultural / farming machinery is first preference
• High standards of performance
• Ability to work without supervision
• Solid diagnostics and fault finding skills
• Team player and good work ethic
• Excellent communication skills

The rewards

• This role pays top rates for those with relevant skills and experience, offers overtime at time and a half, as well as other benefits - rates will range between $34 and $43 per hour.
• Training will also be offered on a regular basis to ensure technical skills are kept up to date and that technicians continue to add to and develop their abilities.
• A vehicle will be provided for field service duties if you choose to do field service 
• The role is permanent with a minimum 40 hours of work per week.

How to apply
Applications from those wanting to relocate from elsewhere within NZ are welcome. If you are based offshore and wanting to move to New Zealand and meet the requirements - please APPLY NOW. We are able to assist you with your visa requirements making the process easy and seamless.

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