Maintenance Fitter

Oakley’s Premium Fresh Vegetables, winner of the 2022 Horticulture NZ ‘Environmental Award’, are looking for a Maintenance Engineer (approx. 40 hours a week). Based in Southbridge, you must have the right to work in New Zealand and be able to get to work reliably each day. About the Role We are looking for an experienced Maintenance Assistant to provide some much needed support to our busy maintenance department at our main processing and growing operation, located near Southbridge. This role is crucial to keeping our business moving, and is responsible for: • Completing jobs as assigned, including preventative maintenance of fixed plant and equipment. • Responding to breakdowns of plant & machinery. • Keeping the workshop clean, tidy and organised at all times, ensuring that all tools and equipment used for maintenance and repairs are put away at the end of the job. • Being proactive and looking for ways to improve the workshop. • Abiding by all Health & Safety Policies and procedures. • Reporting all accidents / incidents, near misses and hazards immediately. • Actively leading and monitoring H&S initiatives to improve H&S within the workplace. • Carrying out any additional duties and responsibilities as may be reasonably required to meet the demands of efficient company functioning. This is an exciting, hands-on opportunity to join a growing family business. Hours and days are negotiable. Oakley’s offer ongoing training and development opportunities, and our staff enjoy free vegetables. About You Reporting to our Maintenance Manager and working closely with the Production and Post-Harvest Managers, you will be a self-starter who can work independently as well as part of a team and will have an inquisitive eye for detail. The ideal candidate will have: • Mechanical engineering background • Knowledge of tractors and farm equipment • Knowledge of packhouse equipment (e.g. conveyor belts, washlines, packlines) • Full understanding of engineering and associated principles • Strong understanding of Health & Safety with regard to machinery guarding and mechanical safety • Great communication & inter-personal skills • Ability to go the extra mile and get the job done • Flexible - due to the nature of the industry you may be needed to work extended hours or weekends About Us Oakley’s Premium Fresh Vegetables is a 5th generation family business dedicated to growing, harvesting, packing and delivering the freshest of produce throughout New Zealand. Our company has grown from the desire to always have the best quality and the most consistent supply of product. Our vision it to be an international grower and supplier of healthy food and to promote a healthy lifestyle. Successful applicants will align with our company values of accountability, sustainability, going the extra mile, respect, innovation, and positive team attitude. Oakley’s team members enjoy working in a friendly, fun and supportive team environment. Interested? Give our HR Manager a call (03 324 2902) or send your CV to hr@oakleys.co.nz

What you will be doing:   The Senior Risk Specialist is responsible for providing subject matter expertise and guidance on all aspects of risk management for projects across the Infrastructure Portfolio. This is to ensure Auckland Airport’s Risk Management Procedure and Enterprise Risk Management Framework are implemented and maintained at a project level on all projects. With a focus on risk identification, administration and management, the role requires a sound understanding of implementing risk management policies and processes to focus the teams on current risks and minimize liability exposure.     This is a Fixed Term Contract role till June 2028.     Your key responsibilities are:   Provide subject matter expertise, guidance, and support to Projects to ensure effective awareness of and execution of the Infrastructure Risk Management Procedure and Enterprise Risk Management Framework.   Liaise with all programme/project leaders in all aspects of the programme/project risk management programme.   Ensure the use and continuous improvement of the accuracy and integrity of risk registers.   Ensure transparent risk reporting monthly across all projects.   Mentor project leaders in risk awareness.   Facilitate risk assessment workshops and risk meetings as required.   Ensure the review of risk activities is performed  Develop relationships with Senior Leaders across Infrastructure and work with them as enablers of programmes and projects within the overall Infrastructure Portfolio.  Stay abreast of industry trends, best practices, and regulatory changes that may impact risk management and processes.  Support initiatives to enhance risk practices and tools, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.     What you will bring to the role:   At Auckland Airport, we are a busy hive of activity, and a lot of what we look for is how you would align with our AKL values All In | Tātou tatou – How we feel, Know How | Kōkiri Tahi – How we think and Let’s Go | Karawhiua – How we act.    To ensure your success in this role, you will need:   Tertiary degree or equivalent in project management, risk management, engineering or a related field.   Project Management qualifications would be an advantage or equivalent relevant years of practical experience within Project Management.   8+ years’ risk management experience in large, complex, project centric organisations undertaking risk activities, including development and facilitation of workshops.   Experience in Programme / Project / Operational risk management.   Highly organised, plans and prioritises well and manages time to focus self and others on the most important activities.   Personal resilience. Able to sustain a high level of energy and positivity while under extreme pressure.   Strong commercial and financial acumen.    Experience in the use of Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and SharePoint.      About us:   From the arrival of the Tainui Waka into the Manukau Harbour, Auckland Airport has always been a place of journeys. We stand proudly as the gateway to Aotearoa, welcoming travellers beginning their journeys, farewelling Kiwis to new destinations, connecting businesses and workers to new opportunities, and celebrating partners and investors who back us along the way.   We have ambitions to be a global hub and a comprehensive development programme to deliver this vision.   With so many moving parts to keep the airport precinct running, it’s our collaboration and passion that keeps everything together. This is what our culture and heritage have been built on. When you work with us, you’ll share our ambition to be a great New Zealand business, and one that’s making a strong contribution to the wellbeing of our communities and economy.   E mahi ana mātou mō Aotearoa. We are working for New Zealand.     Apply today:   It’s our collaboration and passion that keep everything together. This is what our culture and heritage have been built on. When you work with us, you’ll share our ambition to be a great New Zealand business, and one that’s making a strong contribution to the wellbeing of our communities and economy.   If this role sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you. Click the “Apply” button now.     Applications will close – 1st August 2025  Please note that applications will be reviewed continuously throughout the recruitment period, and appointments may be made before the official closing date of the advert.      #WeAreAucklandAirport   #aviationcareers   #MakingJourneysBetter  

Company Description AFFCO is a high-performing and dynamic leader within the New Zealand Meat Industry. Established in 1904, AFFCO holds 120 years of expertise in supplying top-quality meat products to the world. Based in Waikato, the agricultural heart of New Zealand, with over 4,000 employees, our operation has offices in the USA, UK and Hong Kong and comprises of 11 processing sites situated across New Zealand, distributing to over 80 countries. AFFCO sources top-quality, sustainable, grass-fed, New Zealand Beef and Lamb products from our network of farmer suppliers. We are 100% New Zealand-owned and operated and a proud member of the Talley’s Group; New Zealand’s leading exporter of meat, dairy, seafood, and vegetable products. Job Description Sick of just having a job and want a career? AFFCO Castlecliff is looking for fitters to Join our motivated, skilled, and friendly Trades team today. Learn new skills and excel in a fast-paced maintenance environment whilst working on the latest machinery in a modern plant. Focusing on reliability and productivity - we need you to help us keep the machine well-oiled and running smoothly. With your own assigned area of the plant, you will be able to see the results of your skills and workmanship, taking pride in your work while learning the ins and outs of our modern facility. Your work may include all or some of the following duties: *At all times working to the best Health and safety practices and actively improving H&S systems on site. *Maintenance and repairing jobs within the meat processing plant. *Ensuring plant reliability, diagnostics, and repair, as well as being involved in the commissioning of additional plant and equipment. *Studying drawings and specifications to determine suitable material, method and sequence of operations, and machine settings. *Fitting and assembling metal parts and sub-assemblies to fabricate production machines and other equipment. *Engineering trade skill works such as welding, cutting, grinding, drilling etc. *Diagnosing faults and performing operational maintenance of machines and overhauling and repairing electrical parts and equipment. *Erecting machines and equipment on-site. *Minimize the production breakdown time and increase the plant efficiency. The successful candidate will be rewarded with: *A supportive, well-established preventative maintenance team *The ability to make the role their own and autonomously manage day to day operations *A wide variety of responsibilities, balanced between computer and hands-on work *Opportunities for career development and advancement *Competitive remuneration Qualifications The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications and skills: *Ability to minimise production downtime *Ability to fault find and work under pressure *Qualification within the engineering trades *Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple competing priorities *Extensive prior maintenance experience in an industrial environment *Intermediate computer literacy Experience in a similar role is preferred but not essential - most important is your great attitude and willingness to be a positive part of the team. Additional information Applicants for this position must be eligible to work in New Zealand. If you are interested in this exciting and challenging role, please apply online today, come in and see us at our plant at 47 Bryce Street, Castlecliff, Whanganui.

About Figured  At Figured, we're on a mission to help farmers and their financial advisors run more profitable and sustainable operations both now and for future generations. Founded in New Zealand 11 years ago,  our cloud-based SaaS platform now supports over 35,000 farming operations across New Zealand, Australia, UK and North America.  We're actively redefining how farmers and their advisors manage finances by strategically integrating AI at every level. No AI sprinkles or chasing AI hype around here; it's about expanding the impact we deliver to our customers while also building a future-fit workforce. This is a unique opportunity to lead an exceptional engineering team and shape the technical vision of a company with significant growth and impact. The gig  We are looking for a visionary technology leader with a strong drive for innovation to lead our high-performing engineering team known for its technical chops, fast delivery, and strong partnership with product and business. A key focus for this role will be to embed AI within the Figured product, aligning with our strategy of "Embedded Advisory Intelligence" and ensuring our engineering practices remain adaptive through the deployment of AI capabilities within the Engineering function itself. Key responsibilities include: Strategic & Technical Leadership: Define and champion our technical vision, with a strong emphasis on building impactful AI powered solutions for our customers. You'll own the key decisions regarding the  technology stack that supports both our product and data strategies, and of course you’ll be the voice of engineering within the business. Operational Delivery: Lead the day-to-day operations of our autonomous and high-performing engineering teams (focus ranging from feature development, DevOps and Data Engineering), ensuring continuous delivery of impactful features for our customers across our markets. People and Culture Leadership: Mentor, inspire, and empower a world-class team, fostering a culture of high-performance, collaboration and innovation. Cross functional Collaboration and Leadership: Seamlessly align engineering efforts with our product vision and broader business objectives by working hand-in-hand with Product, Delivery, and Data Science teams as well as our go to market teams. Engineering AI Strategy: drive the engineering vision that supports the integration of intelligent, AI-first solutions into our platform. Guide the expansion of our engineering capability around existing and future tools like Vertex AI, Claude, LangChain, and Python within a modern GCP-powered stack. Who Are You? This isn't your first rodeo; the ideal candidate brings extensive technical leadership and strong partnership with the business, preferably within a modern, cloud-based SaaS software environment. Your visionary leadership and growth mindset enable you to effectively lead people and influence change. You adopt a pragmatic, hands-on approach, leading from the front to inspire and motivate your team. You are a kid in a candy store when it comes to AI. You see its potential, having moved beyond dabbling and preferably to building practical, complex solutions. You see beyond the hype and are excited by the potential to lead a progressive, talent-dense engineering team into this future of product engineering. Why Join Us? Figured is well positioned within  an AI world. We have a rich data set within a resilient vertical, strong  Board sponsorship, a supportive  leadership team and a talented, fast-learning team and a growth-orientated culture that prioritises our customer impact and people’s future in this industry. In addition, we offer: Fast-Paced & Dynamic: Say goodbye to red tape. We operate with flexibility, making decisions quickly and moving with purpose Future-Focused AI: Work at the cutting edge of AI, integrating it into everything we do, not just as an add-on and hype Exceptional Team: Join a passionate, collaborative, and highly talented group of humans who enjoy an informal group dynamic and a genuine social life together, not a 'social committee. Flexibility: We prioritise your impact over where and how you work, whilst we’re hybrid, leaders at Figured value and drive in-person connections.  Wellbeing: Benefit from extra leave with 25 days off per year and subsidised health insurance (Wellbeing Two) with Southern Cross Personal Development: We support curiosity and professional development by providing a dedicated growth & development fund for you to use as you choose (in conjunction to internal programmes). We value continuous learning at Figured, so even if you don't tick all the boxes but strongly believe you’ll be a great fit for this role we encourage you to apply. Please submit a compelling cover letter to add more relevancy to your application.

Diesel Mechanic / Maintenance Technician – Hands-On Role with Epic Variety! If you're the kind of person who thrives on variety, loves working with your hands, and enjoys a fast-paced, ever-changing work environment – this is the role for you. We're on the hunt for a mechanically minded, can-do individual with a diesel trade (or similar background) to join our close-knit engineering and maintenance team. You’ll be keeping our plant and gear running smoothly – from trucks and excavators to forklifts and everything in between. What’s in it for you? - A mix of workshop and on-site work – no two days are the same. - Exposure to all sorts of machinery and equipment. - Opportunities to travel to different sites and get stuck into real hands-on work. - Be part of an expanding team who believes in growing, upskilling and taking care of their staff like their family. What You’ll Be Doing: - General maintenance and repair of plant equipment and heavy machinery. - Diagnosing issues and performing repairs – from trucks and diggers to balers and forklifts. - Supporting with site setups, breakdowns, and ensuring all gear is good to go – even outside normal hours. - Working closely with the Engineering & Maintenance Supervisor to get the job done right, safely, and on time. - Backing up the crew by jumping in to operate equipment when needed. - Keeping tools tidy, the workshop in good shape, and health & safety front of mind. Who You Are: - You’re a qualified or experienced diesel mechanic (or similar heavy mechanical trade). - You’ve worked with heavy diesel gear, hydraulic systems, forklifts, etc. - You’re hands-on, physically fit, and love getting stuck in. - You’re a problem-solver who can think on your feet and work independently. - You’ve got a clean driver’s licence – and you're happy to travel for work. - You're reliable, a team player, and genuinely take pride in your work. - You are an NZ citizen or resident. Ready to roll up your sleeves and dive into a role with real grit, real teamwork, and real satisfaction? Be in touch for a confidential chat about this role—or others we have throughout NZ: Call Natalie on 04 568 0375 or email natalie.lotter@enterprise.co.nz

Build AI agents that solve real business challenges Join New Zealand’s fastest-growing AI company and learn how to build real-world AI agents that businesses actually use. This isn’t research or theory—you’ll get hands-on experience using AI to solve practical problems. What you’ll do during your internship You'll support our Marketing and customer teams by helping build AI agents using the Autohive platform. You’ll get exposure to: Meeting with customers and understanding their business challenges Testing and improving prompts for large language models (LLMs) Assisting with workflow automation and connecting tools like Slack and Google Sheets Shadowing engineers and learning how we build agent logic in Python Creating internal tools to help our Marketing and Customer Success teams work more efficiently We're offering a 400-hour full-time internship starting immediately, with potential for permanent placement. The role pays $28.95 NZD per hour and requires full-time office attendance at our central Wellington office (5 days/week). Requirements Types of projects you’ll work on You’ll help build agents that solve everyday problems across a range of teams: Marketing: Drafting content, summarising data, automating tasks Sales: Assisting with lead qualification and research Operations: Organising messy data and streamlining workflows Customer support: Helping teams respond to common queries faster Who you’ll work with Internal teams across marketing, sales, and engineering Our Customer Success and support staff Business customers from a variety of industries What we’re looking for Interest in large language models (e.g. GPT, Claude) and how they’re used Curiosity about solving business problems with AI Some experience with Python (personal projects or coursework is fine) Strong communication skills—you’re comfortable asking questions and explaining your thinking Willingness to learn how to turn vague business problems into working solutions Bonus if you have Experience using AI tools like ChatGPT or Google Gemini Worked with APIs or built simple integrations before Familiarity with tools like Zapier, Make, N8N or Cassidy.ai Benefits Why this internship is a great opportunity Learn by doing – You’ll get hands-on experience with real AI use cases Mentorship – Work alongside experienced engineers, marketers, and customer success professionals Make an impact – Your work helps real customers automate and improve their businesses Explore your interests – You’ll see how AI can be applied across different industries and teams What this internship isn’t It’s not focused on academic research or writing papers It’s not a coding-only role—you’ll spend time understanding customer needs and exploring solutions It’s not about building perfect solutions—it’s about learning to ship useful ones Please ensure you meet the following criteria Have studied or be studying at a New Zealand tertiary education institute (note: students who have completed study overseas are not eligible). Be studying at NZQA level 6-10, or if study has been completed, the closing date of the last semester must be less than 12 months ago. Be studying science, technology, engineering, design or business. Be legally permitted to work in New Zealand. Not have been previously employed at our business