Workshop Foreman

Description

Summary: Lead workshop operations in a hands-on leadership role, overseeing efficient, high-quality service outcomes for agricultural machinery and supporting a capable team. Highlights: 1. Lead and develop a high-performing team in a practical, hands-on role 2. Work with premium agricultural machinery brands, offering variety and challenge 3. Join a supportive family business with strong values and growth opportunities Based at our Gore branch, you’ll lead workshop operations to deliver efficient, high-quality service outcomes while supporting a capable and engaged team.This is a practical, hands-on leadership role where you’ll work alongside technicians, providing guidance, maintaining workflow, and ensuring strong service standards in a busy agricultural environment. Key Responsibilities * Prepare, service, and deliver agricultural machinery to a high standard * Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems * Complete servicing and repairs both in the workshop and on-farm * Maintain strong safety and workmanship standards * Work collaboratively with our service, parts, and sales teams * Provide exceptional customer service when liaising with farmers and operators * Supervise workshop staff, providing guidance and support * Lead, motivate, and develop a high-performing team environment This role offers variety, challenge, and the opportunity to work hands-on with premium machinery brands. What we’re looking for We’re after a practical, motivated technician who’s passionate about agricultural machinery and committed to doing the job right. Minimum Requirements * At least 7 years’ experience in servicing, repairing, or maintaining agricultural, automotive, heavy machinery, or similar equipment * Strong mechanical aptitude with knowledge of hydraulic, electrical, and diagnostic systems * Ability to work independently and in a team environment * Full driver licence (or ability to obtain an NZ equivalent) * Good communication and customer-interaction skills Preferred (but not essential) * Qualification in Heavy Diesel, or Agricultural Machinery (or international equivalent) * Experience with modern agricultural machinery technology * Basic computer literacy for diagnostics and job documentation Why Work For Us You'll join a team that genuinely cares about customers, about each other, and about doing things right. We're a family business with real roots in rural New Zealand, which means your work matters and your contribution is noticed. We back our people with strong values, a supportive culture, and the opportunity to grow alongside a business built to last. About the Company Carrfields is a New Zealand family-owned agribusiness with over 50 years of experience in the field. From machinery and seed to livestock and finance, we're a trusted partner helping rural businesses thrive. With teams across New Zealand and beyond, we combine deep local knowledge with national scale, guided by our values of integrity, innovation, responsibility, and authenticity. Ready to Apply Apply today with your cover letter and CV. You must be eligible to live and work in New Zealand to be considered for this position. Our pre-employment process is to carry out a Medical, Drug test and Criminal Conviction history check.