Description
Summary:
Seeking an experienced Service Technician for agricultural machinery, involving problem-solving, modern equipment, and top-tier customer service in workshop and field environments.
Highlights:
1. Hands-on role with modern agricultural and heavy machinery
2. Varied work across workshop and field environments
3. Ongoing training and exposure to modern technology
We're on the lookout for an experienced **Service Technician - Agricultural Machinery** to join a well-established and respected machinery business in the Waikato. This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys problem-solving, working with modern equipment, and delivering top-tier service to customers across workshop and field environments.
**What You'll Be Doing:
** * Diagnosing, servicing, repairing, and maintaining a wide range of agricultural and heavy machinery
* Carrying out high-quality fabrication and welding work (essential to the role)
* Completing preventative maintenance and breakdown repairs to minimise downtime
* Using electronic diagnostic tools, monitors, and software to test, calibrate, and fault-find machinery
* Providing onsite field service support when required
* Communicating clearly with customers about job progress, findings, and repair recommendations
* Recording labour, parts usage, and completed work accurately
* Ordering parts to ensure efficient and timely job completion
* Maintaining a clean, organised, and safe workshop and service vehicle
* Working closely with the Service Manager and wider team to manage workloads and timelines
**What You Need:
** * Proven experience as a Service Technician, Agricultural Mechanic, Heavy Equipment Mechanic, or similar
* Strong fabrication and welding skills (mandatory)
* Solid knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems
* Confidence using electronic diagnostic tools and service software
* Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team
* Clear communication skills with a customer-focused mindset
* Relevant trade qualification (preferred but not essential depending on experience)
* Full, current driver's licence
* Flexibility to work overtime and support field service work when required
**What's in It for You:**
* Varied work across workshop and field environments
* Competitive pay based on skills and experience
* Ongoing training and exposure to modern machinery and technology
* Supportive team culture with strong health and safety standards
* Weekly pay, KiwiSaver, holiday pay, and sick leave
* All required PPE provided
Apply now and take the next step in your technical career with a team that values skill, quality, and customer service.
**Compliance:
** * Applicants must have the current right to work in New Zealand.
* As per our standard procedures, all candidates must pass a pre-employment Drug & Alcohol screening test.
* Ministry of Justice criminal background checks are part of our standard process, please speak to our team if you need to discuss your application process further.