Mechanical Fitter - Manufacturing

Our client, a leading beverage manufacturer, big on safety, quality, culture, and continuous improvement , is seeking an experienced Mechanical Fitter to support their production team on a short-term project.

What's on offer :

• Potential 6-8 week assignment
• Base rate of $50.90ph + travel allowance
• Rotating fortnightly shifts (6am-2pm / 2pm-10pm, Mon-Fri)
• Great environment | Hands-on role in a high-performing manufacturing team
• Secured onsite parking
• Onsite bar for a chinwag after shift

Key Responsibilities :

• Preventative and reactive maintenance on production and packaging equipment
• Breakdown response - troubleshoot, diagnose and resolve issues under pressure
• Support electrical team with fault finding and maintenance
• Seaming and packaging machine upkeep to minimise downtime
• Complete accurate job documentation, work orders and maintenance logs
• Escalate and address safety, quality, or hygiene issues promptly
• Participate in continuous improvement by identifying and implementing maintenance process improvements
• Ensure compliance with safe work procedures, isolation (LOTO), and workplace hygiene standards
• Collaborate with other shifts and teams to ensure smooth handover and continuity of operations
• Proactively seek out opportunities to improve preventative maintenance routines , update instructions, and remove error traps
• Apply problem-solving and solution-finding skills under pressure

About You :

• Trade-qualified Mechanical Fitter (or equivalent)
• Strong maintenance experience in fast-paced manufacturing environments
• Packaging machinery experience essential; seaming experience highly desirable
• Beverage manufacturing background advantageous
• Ability to think critically, troubleshoot quickly and keep production moving
• Strong focus on teamwork and problem-solving mindset - not just fixing breakdowns, but actively improving systems

If you thrive in a dynamic, hands-on role and enjoy solving problems under pressure, this project is for you!

APPLY NOW!

At PERSOL, we're more than just a recruitment partner - we're here to help people and organisations thrive. Backed by a strong APAC presence, we connect talent with opportunity, building workplaces that put safety, culture, and people first. Joining PERSOL means being supported with services like EAP for your wellbeing, genuine career opportunities, and a team who values your success.

Consultant

Melissa.Campbell@programmed.co.nz

Reference number : 210336587

Profession : ManufacturingFitters & Machinists

Company : PERSOL

Date posted : 5th Sep, 2025