Service Technician (Bromley, Christchurch)

The Opportunity :

We are currently seeking a qualified and experienced Service Technician  to join our Christchurch-based team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated individual looking to advance their career in mechanical maintenance and automation. If you have hands-on experience in mechanical fitting, breakdown response, preventative maintenance, and supporting automated systems, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities :

Carry out mechanical fitting, service, and maintenance tasks both on-site and remotely.

Respond promptly to breakdowns, troubleshoot mechanical faults, and carry out necessary repairs to minimise downtime.

Work efficiently with tools, materials, and consumables to ensure work is completed on time and to a high standard.

Operate a wide range of manual and powered service engineering tools and equipment.

Accurately diagnose and resolve issues with mechanical systems, assemblies, and automation-related components.

Maintain clear and accurate records of parts used, work completed, and inventory movements.

Provide mechanical support and guidance to fellow service technicians when required.

Participate in the on-call roster to provide after-hours support and assist colleagues during urgent service needs.

Contribute to improvements in equipment performance, product quality, and operational efficiency.

Assemble and repair complex mechanical systems to support production and automation processes.

About You :

• A trade qualification in Mechanical Engineering.
• 3-5 years' experience in a relevant role (automation equipment experience highly desired).
• Fitting experience is a must with proven quality outcomes.
• Manual machining experience.
• An understanding of pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
• The ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
• A "can do" attitude, great communication skills and willingness to grow.
• Availability to travel (domestic or international) to our customers’ sites to install and commission equipment as required.
• The right to live and work permanently in New Zealand.

The Company :

At Scott we automate the future. The automated production and process machinery we design, and build deliver productivity gains and exceptional reliability to many of the world's leading manufacturers. We also go a step beyond engineering production solutions to revolutionising entire industries - using robotics to automate manual processes and create genuine competitive advantage.

For over 100 years Scott has looked to tomorrow and rapidly responded to shifting needs. Today, we have production bases in the United States, Germany, China, Australia, and New Zealand, customers in 88 countries, and a real commitment to developing new technology and bringing it to market. Our parent company JBS - is the world’s largest protein company and world’s second largest food company.  Across everything we do you will discover true quality, advanced engineering, and a renowned design aesthetic.

The Application Process :

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading company. Interested? Apply through our career’s website (