Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Contract Type:

Full Time

Location:

Nelson - Nelson

Industry:

Construction & Engineering

Contact Name:

Daan Heeneman

Contact Email:

daan@tech5.co.nz

Contact Phone:

0272992515

Date Published:

31-Jul-2025

Our client, a leading manufacturer in the plastics industry in the sunny Top of the South, is expanding its engineering team. Committed to quality and customer satisfaction, they seek a skilled Mechanical Maintenance Engineer with ideally expertise in injection or blow moulding processes and strong welding skills.

What is the role about?

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join our client's team, playing a pivotal role in ensuring machinery's optimal performance and reliability. The ideal candidate will be a seasoned tradesperson with a background in injection or blow moulding, possessing excellent welding skills. A current Electral Service Technical (EST) registration with the EWRB is preferred, but not a dealbreaker.

Your responsibilities will be: 

  • Conduct routine and preventive maintenance on plastic manufacturing/moulding machinery.
  • Troubleshoot and repair mechanical issues, minimizing downtime.
  • Perform welding and fabrication tasks as required.
  • Collaborate with production and engineering teams to enhance machine efficiency.
  • Utilize diagnostic tools to identify and resolve equipment malfunctions.
  • Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and equipment history.
  • Adhere to safety protocols and regulations in all maintenance activities.
What does the ideal candidate bring?
  • Ideally trades qualified as a Mechanical Engineer.
  • Proven experience as a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer in the plastics industry.
  • Strong welding and fabrication skills.
  • Proficiency in reading technical drawings and schematics.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
  • Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
  • High attention to detail and commitment to quality.
How to Apply:

If you feel you are the right person for the job, or would like further information, please apply directly or call Monique or Daan during office hours for more information on (03) 5438106.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new job, please call us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Applicants for this position must have either NZ citizenship or a current, open, and valid NZ work permit, and currently be physically in New Zealand.

Tech 5 Recruitment  is a New Zealand-owned and operated recruitment agency that works at the heart of New Zealand's industries to meet the recruitment needs of businesses nationwide. With a 30+ year history (operating previously as Tempz) in the Nelson region, we aim to be a trusted brand in the Tasman, Nelson and Marlborough district, continuing the proud history of many local businesses having grown over the years with our help. Lots, sometimes several generations, of people out of our local community have, at some stage in their careers, dealt with us.

Our sound reputation rests on our careful placement and the high quality of the work provided by our temps. We have been successful in sourcing and placing temporary staff to clients from mainly the industrial, construction, factory and roading sectors, often also resulting in permanent outcomes for client and successful candidates too.

 




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