Christchurch City, Canterbury
Christchurch City, Canterbury Region, New Zealand
If you're a hands-on fabricator with a passion for excellence, innovation and leadership, this role is for you. Specialising in the design, build and install of food grade machinery for customers all over the world, this kiwi success story is known for being ahead of the curve - not just in the work they do, but in how they do it. Efficiency and innovation are built into the way the entire workshop operates, with a floor plan designed for speed, flexibility, and precision. They have passion coming out the wazoo, with every member of staff aligned around a common goal - and luckily for you, a seat has opened up at the table. What's in it for you: * Jump on board with the All Blacks of New Zealand engineering! * Unbeatable amenities including a gym and cafe onsite * Plenty of progression opportunities available * Work-life balance truly supported, not just talked about * Permanent full-time position on wages Role: We are on the hunt for a talented, New Zealand trade qualified Fabricator with experience in the production of food grade machinery. You'll be handy on the tools, and competent in reading and interpreting plans for everything from individual pieces of plant machinery to large, complex projects. You'll also be a proven leader with a strong track record for getting the best out of a team and executing successful project delivery for valued clients. As Fabrication Team Lead, you'll be working shoulder-to-shoulder with your crew of 5-6 engineers - no office ivory towers here. You'll lead from the floor, helping set the pace, mentoring where needed, and driving excellence across the board. You'll be someone who can lead by example and ensure quality and productivity remain top-notch. The culture here is the real deal - it is grounded, people-first, and genuinely collaborative. You'll be on a first-name basis with leadership, who work right alongside the team in overalls just like everyone else. The workshop is kitted out with a fully equipped gym, an onsite café, and even a monthly physio to keep the crew in top shape. They're big on continuous improvement, and that includes everything from the flavour of the coffee to the layout of the workspace. Got an idea? This is a place where ideas get picked up and actioned, and you're backed to do great work and be part of building something better every day. What we are looking for: * NZ trade qualified L4 Engineer * 10+ years fabrication experience * Proven ability to lead a team of talented Engineers * Passionate about finding and creating new ideas to improve efficiency * Comfortable working in a fast paced workshop Please apply online now, or fire your CV through to christchurch@heights.nz Applicants may be required to undertake pre-employment alcohol and drug testing. Applicants for this position must have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa - sponsorship is not available.