Canterbury Maintenance Job Listings

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Sourcing Advert Technicians

Service & Maintenance Technicians About us | Mo matou At Enterprise Recruitment, we’re all about creating positive opportunities and improving lives. We work with clients who share these values and are committed to building strong teams across New Zealand. Looking ahead to the New Year If you’re thinking about a fresh start in 2026, now’s a great time to register your interest. We have upcoming roles for people who enjoy being out on the road, working independently, and solving technical or mechanical challenges on-site. Roles we regularly recruit for: - Field Service Technician - HVAC Technician & Installer - Service Electrician - Mechanical Technician - Plant Mechanic Skills & Experience - Experience in servicing, installation, or maintenance - Relevant trade qualification or NZ registration - Strong problem-solving skills - Current driver’s licence Locations Opportunities across Canterbury, including Christchurch and Rangiora, plus other regions throughout NZ. How to apply Click Quick Apply to register and be the first to hear about upcoming roles in the New Year, including temporary and permanent opportunities.

Canterbury Region, New Zealand

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Maintenance Fitter

About the Role: Our client is looking for 3 skilled and motivated Maintenance Fitters to join the engineering team at a large-scale, New Zealand-owned meat processing facility in Canterbury. This full-time role offers consistent hours across either day or night shifts and the chance to work in a professional, supportive environment. You will play a key role in keeping plant equipment running smoothly, minimising downtime, and supporting overall production efficiency. Our client is after a proactive team player with a strong can-do attitude, excellent problem-solving skills, and a commitment to workplace health and safety. Key Responsibilities: * Carry out preventative and reactive maintenance on plant machinery. * Efficiently troubleshoot and repair equipment to minimise downtime. * Support production with timely maintenance solutions. * Maintain high health and safety standards at all times. * Collaborate effectively with the trades and engineering team. Key Requirements: * Relevant trade qualification in engineering/maintenance OR 3+ years’ proven experience in a similar role. * Welding experience (TIG, MIG, MMAW). * Sound knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics. * Experience with automated plant and machinery. * Previous experience in food processing or manufacturing is preferred. * Strong problem-solving, organisational, and communication skills. * Positive, proactive, and reliable approach to daily tasks. What’s on Offer: * Competitive pay: $35–$40 per hour (based on experience). * 45–55 hours per week. * Long-term, stable opportunity within a supportive NZ-owned business. * Full training provided where required. * Opportunities for career growth and further development. Additional Information: * Pre-employment medical and drug screening required. * Applicants must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand. Take the next step in your maintenance career and join a fast-paced but rewarding team. Apply now! Contact Storm at FRENZ Recruitment on 09 303 3505 for a confidential chat or email your CV to recruitment@frenz.co.nz today. Learn more about us at www.frenz.co.nz

Canterbury Region, New Zealand

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Engineering Planner

Join our busy Engineering Department at ANZCO Foods in the position of Engineering Planner. This is a permanent full-time position reporting to our Engineering & Site Services Manager at our Canterbury plant on Seafield Road, Ashburton. As our Engineering Planner, you'll be part of a supportive team responsible for managing the planning and scheduling of preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance across the plant. This hands-on role is designed to give you practical, real-world experience in engineering operations and asset management. This is an opportunity for an engineering graduate to join a busy Engineering team in a hands-on role designed to giving you exposure to real-world engineering challenges. Duties and Responsibilities will include: * Ensuring the weekly forecasting plan is available on time * Distribution of weekly forecasting work packs on time * Running and distributing reports required for effective planning and scheduling * Preparing shutdown plans for the process areas (Minor routine & Major for shut) * Conducting/Coordinating planning meetings * Conducting/Coordinating briefing sessions * Full utilisation of resources for maintenance work * Providing reports as required for internal and external customers * Planning the functions of the maintenance team to achieve effective completion of work * Promote a proactive safety culture within the team and with contractors Skills and experience we are looking for: * Supervisory /maintenance knowledge * A degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical / Electrical Trade Certificate with a minimum 3 years post trade experience. * Financial skills including estimating, budgeting, forecasting, analysis & reporting preferable * A sound understanding of technical maintenance techniques * Understanding of production process including technical process and equipment experience preferable * Experience in shutdown and maintenance planning preferable * Experience with CMMS, MS project applications and Excel. We deliver taste, nutrition, and wellbeing to the world with products made from New Zealand finest beef and lamb. Our values of atawhaitanga, noho haepapa, kaitiakitanga, auahatanga, and whakawhirinakitanga guide us to work together, follow through on our commitments, make improvements, and do our best to make sustainable decisions for the future. We are committed to supporting and developing our people and we offer a competitive remuneration package. If you are motivated, have the skills and experience we require and want to be part of the exciting future of our company then we want to hear from you. Apply today at www.careers.anzcofoods.com Applications close: Friday 5th December 2025

Ashburton, New Zealand

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Maintenance Team - Expression of Interest64040713203843113

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Maintenance Team - Expression of Interest

Since 1950, Isaac Construction has helped build the South Island by continually improving its infrastructure and environment. The right people, for the right result! Exciting Opportunities Within our Maintenance Team - Expressions of Interest With new and exciting contracts kicking off in 2026, helping deliver essential infrastructure and maintenance services across the South Canterbury region. We are seeking Expressions of Interest for enthusiastic and experienced maintenance team members. We're especially interested in hearing from local people based in Timaru, Ashburton, Waimate or the McKenzie District, keen to be part of our team working on Roading Maintenance contracts for the following roles: If you have skills or experience in road maintenance, construction, engineering, or project management, we want to hear from you! * Network Inspector x 2 – Responsible for carrying out network inspections and capturing the required information, this ranges from condition of highways, drainage condition, safety issues, bridges and structures along with monitoring 3rd party activities on the network. * Asset Information Manager x 1 – Responsible for managing the data captured during inspections, works completed and assisting management of programming for all works. * Branch Administrator x 1 – Responsible for all administrative duties within the branch. * Contract Engineer x 2 – Responsible for monitoring works undertaken on the network, including sub-contractor management and capturing all quality assurance data, involved in the planning and execution of the work programme. Why Join Our Team – Career Opportunities in Infrastructure, Civil, and Surveying * Professional Growth: Unlock opportunities to develop your expertise and progress your career within an established, ambitious organisation. * Inclusive Culture: Collaborate with industry leaders committed to a supportive, family-based work environment. * Competitive Remuneration: We offer a competitive rate + medical insurance. * Diversity & Inclusion: We strive to create a welcoming, equitable workplace where everyone can thrive. * Purpose-driven Impact: Contribute to building and maintaining infrastructure that strengthens communities across New Zealand. All prospective team members must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand. The successful applicant will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical assessment, including drug and alcohol screening, as part of our safety-first culture. Bring your expertise, safety commitment, and passion for the maintenance industry—apply now and become part of the Isaac Family! Contact Sara Swailes at 027 4398724 for a confidential discussion or click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your application. Note to Recruitment Agencies: Please do not submit unsolicited applications for this position.

Timaru, New Zealand

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Maintenance Engineer

We are on the hunt for a skilled Maintenance Engineer to join our team in Hornby. This role is primarily working on preventative maintenance on existing plant - very rarely are there large breakdowns or new installations. You will be reporting to an engineering manager however you will be responsible for completing your own list of preventative maintenance tasks. Days of work: Monday to Friday Hours of work: 10am - 8pm Key tasks: * Complete preventative maintenance on a variety of plant equipment * Confident working independently on diagnostics and repairs * Ability to interpret manuals, diagrams and maintenance schedules * Identify and replace worn or damaged components before failure Skills & attributes required: * Trade qualified (Ideally have completed Level 4 Mechanical Engineering certificate) * Experience with preventative maintenance in the food industry * Confident working alone on diagnostics * Well versed with all mechanical maintenance tasks: seals, bearings, conveyors, etc. Culture & benefits: * $35+ per hour * Immediate start * Fixed hours: Mon-Fri, 10am-8pm * No rotating shifts * Potential for long term work * Supportive team culture Due to the time restraints for this role, all applicants must have NZ Residency or NZ Citizenship. For all inquiries please contact Louis or Chris at OneStaff on 03 377 3992

Christchurch City, Canterbury Region, New Zealand

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Branch Maintenance Engineer 63612268931713115

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Branch Maintenance Engineer

Are you an experienced Maintenance Engineer looking for your next opportunity? We are now looking for an energetic, proactive person to join our maintenance team at Alsco Uniforms. Alsco is a global company and leader in textile rental services worldwide. We are offering the successful applicant the following * Monday to Friday work week with the odd Saturday if required by production * Start early, finish early * Competitive Salary package * A variety of maintenance tasks and projects * Opportunities for training and advancement within the company Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you will be required to keep up with scheduled planned maintenance, attending breakdowns as well as some improvement projects to sink your teeth in to. Ideally, the successful applicant would have experience in * Maintenance Engineering * Fault finding and resolving issues on production plant equipment * Practising good communication skills * An understanding of steam operations would be useful (boiler ticket) * Computer literacy * Having a positive can-do attitude * Good time management * Being a team player Alsco Uniforms offers a great career opportunity in a unique production industry that has a wide range of plant equipment. Preferred candidates will be required to undergo a full medical check including drug and alcohol testing as well as psychometric testing before confirmation of employment. To apply for this job go to: https://alscojobs.co.nz/Current-Vacancies and enter ref code: 6792785. Applications close: 11 September 2025

Christchurch City, Canterbury Region, New Zealand

Negotiable Salary

Seamer Specialist Department Head63612262828290116

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Seamer Specialist Department Head

The role: We are seeking a Seamer Specialist to lead the Fill and Cap department of our clients’ tuna cannery based in American Samoa. This role will see you managing a team of people to provide preventative and predictive maintenance to ensure the reliability and safe operation of the plants manufacturing equipment. The plant typically packs fish Monday through to Friday, with any required maintenance conducted on the weekends. This role offers an attractive salary paid in US dollars, an additional overseas allowance (10% of your base salary) and a bonus system (based on the company’s performance). The role also offers free housing and utilities, a company vehicle and return flights home once per year. About us: Operating for over a hundred years our client provides trusted, healthy food products in the United States. An industry innovator, they are known for their ability to deliver high-quality tuna products to customers. They are the largest private sector employer in American Samoa, employing a workforce of 2300 plus people. A day in the life of a Seamer Specialist The role will see you and your team providing technical support for the upkeep of the plants mass conveyors, filler machines (Carruthers and Luthi), seamers (Continental and Angelus) and associated plant. A typical day will see you involved in the following: * Meetings with engineering manager and other engineering staff to put together programs to ensure plants reliable and safe operation * Setting and directing tasks for maintenance teams to carry out daily * Auditing can seamers to evaluate their condition * Providing mechanical training programs for team mechanics * Assisting with rebuild, diagnostics and repairs of all filling equipment * Direct and make seamer adjustments as required * Ordering spare parts to repair and maintain all Fill and Cap machinery What we require from you: You will have a positive can-do attitude, with the ability to function well under pressure, communicate in a clear concise professional manner and will have proven experience in supervising/mentoring and getting the best out of maintenance teams. You will be skilled in the following: * Skilled in working with Angelus and Continental seamers * Experience within the food industry * A minimum of ten years’ professional maintenance experience in a manufacturing, technical, industrial or related field. * Proven experience in supervision of maintenance staff To Apply To learn more about this truly unique opportunity to experience island life, while getting ahead financially forward your CV in the strictest confidence to Gary McKinney at gary@refocus.co.nz or for more information call Gary on 021 1278 292.

Christchurch City, Canterbury Region, New Zealand

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Maintenance Worker

Our Hornby-based client is looking for a maintenance worker, who has previous experience repairing any faults throughout a chiller warehouse (can be as cold as -23°C) Hours: Monday to Friday from 8.00am-4.30pm. The successful applicant will: * Have prior experience completing repairs in a warehousing environment * Be comfortable working in a cold-store environment (as cold as -23 degrees Celsius) * Be physically fit - ability to lift up to 20kgs * Have availability for an immediate start, long-term Day to day duties include: * Work in a cold-store environment (can be as cold as -23 degrees celsius; freezer suit provided) * General freezer maintenance * Defrosting components within the freezers * Use of tools * Light welding * Must be physically fit and capable of lifting 25kgs * General warehouse labouring duties as required Benefits include: * Operate reach trucks and forklifts in a modern warehouse with varied pick packing duties * Competitive pay of $30/hr, based on experience and qualifications * Monday-Friday role with long-term potential in a growing company If you are interested in this role, please apply online now, or contact Danielle at OneStaff on 033773992 for a confidential discussion. We will only accept applicants who are currently residing in New Zealand with the appropriate work or residency visa. Please note a Ministry of Justice criminal conviction history check is part of the recruitment process.

Christchurch City, Canterbury Region, New Zealand

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Service Technician

Field Service Technician About us | Mo matou At Enterprise Recruitment, we pride ourselves on improving lives. We stand firmly for what we believe in, and we’ve partnered with clients that believe in our values of improving lives through creating positive opportunities. About the role | Mo te tunga We are actively seeking expressions of interest from those who enjoy getting out on the road, working independently, and solving mechanical or technical problems on-site. If you’re looking for your next role and want to hear about upcoming opportunities in the service world, we’d love to hear from you. We are currently recruiting for the following types of roles: - Field Service Technician - HVAC Technician &?HVAC Installer - Service Electrician - Mechanical Servicing Technician - Plant Mechanic - Refrigeration Technician - Equipment Installer Skills & Experience - Proven experience in servicing, installation, or maintenance work - Relevant trade qualification or NZ registration - Strong fault-finding and practical problem-solving skills - Confidence working independently and communicating with clients - A strong commitment to health and safety and quality workmanship - Excellent time management and customer service skills - A current driver’s licence (essential for most field roles) How to apply: Click “Quick Apply” now to register your interest and be the first to hear about upcoming temp opportunities.

Waimakariri River, Canterbury Region, New Zealand

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Maintenance Technician

* $40-$42 per hour | Guaranteed 40 hours per week | Supportive team culture * Southbridge Location | Daily Shuttle Bus From Hornby | Weekly pay cycle * Must have welding and maintenance experience About the Company: Our client is a well-established specialist in drilling solutions, with decades of industry experience across New Zealand. This is a full-time, hands-on Maintenance Technician position focused on the repair, maintenance, and fabrication of specialised drilling equipment across South Island operations. The ideal candidate will have experience in fabricating and maintaining heavy equipment, ensuring reliability and performance for field teams. What You'll Be Doing: * Perform regular maintenance and repairs on drilling and support equipment * Fabricate new parts and components as needed * Assist in managing workshop inventory and materials * Work closely with the operations team to align maintenance with project schedules * Maintain a clean, safe, and well-organised workshop environment What You'll Bring: * Experience in equipment maintenance * Strong fabrication and welding skills * Good organisational and problem-solving ability * A proactive, safety-conscious approach * Ability to work independently and as part of a team What's on Offer: * $40 - $42 per hour * Guaranteed 40-45 hour work weeks * Daily shuttle from Hornby to Southbridge * Supportive, close-knit team environment * Work with a variety of unique and specialised equipment Ready to Apply? Click APPLY NOW or reach out for a confidential chat with Katelinn at Stellar Recruitment. Email: katelinn.a@stellarrecruitment.co.nz

Christchurch City, Canterbury Region, New Zealand

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Mechanical Fitter

* Monday to Friday shifts with some potential Saturday overtime * Long-term opportunity * Supportive and friendly team in a modern facility Mechanical Fitter * 2 x shift patterns to choose from - sociable hours * Long-term temp to perm opportunity - can be permanent for the right person * Supportive work environment and team About the Role We are looking for a Mechanical Fitter to be based in our factory at our production facility in Hornby. You will be responsible for working on a range of machinery ensuring that the production equipment is kept in a condition that allows full production to be maintained and running as normal. You must ensure to follow up on assigned work daily and make sure it is executed safely and to the highest standards. Some of our machinery is highly technical and therefore we need mechanically-minded people to join our team. Your duties will include maintaining all documentation and records accurately (both written and electronic). You will be a day to day contact for all maintenance issues and therefore must have excellent communication skills. This role may operate on a rotational basis so you must be able to work either morning or afternoon shifts (no night shift). Skills & Experience * Production machinery maintenance experience is a must * Must be Health and Safety focused * Excellent communication skills * Food production experience will be beneficial * Reliable transport to get yourself to and from work * Able to pass a pre-employment drug test and have no criminal convictions * Able to pass random drug tests throughout your employment * Possess a keen and positive attitude and can easily adapt and learn new systems * Thorough with good attention to detail * Interested in learning new things * Physically able How to Apply Click 'APPLY' or contact Katie France for a confidential discussion if you have any questions about the role. Phone Number: 021 0815 9274 E-mail: katie.f@stellarrecruitment.co.nz

Christchurch City, Canterbury Region, New Zealand

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