Summary: This role provides essential operational and administrative support to ensure smooth, efficient, and compliant day-to-day engineering activities. Highlights: 1. Supportive team culture 2. Opportunities to grow and develop 3. Be part of a respected, innovative NZ business LeaderBrand is one of New Zealand’s most recognised horticultural businesses, supplying fresh produce to Kiwi families for nearly 50 years. We are now seeking a proactive and detail‑focused Processing Engineering Administrator to join our Engineering team based in Gisborne. This role provides essential operational and administrative support to ensure smooth, efficient, and compliant day‑to‑day engineering activities. You’ll be responsible for procurement, inventory management, scheduling, financial tracking, and maintaining accurate documentation and workflows. Key Responsibilities # Procurement & inventory support # Source, quote, and order parts; maintain records in CMMS and LinkFresh # Coordinate supplier pickups and deliveries # Monitor inventory levels and complete stock counts # Financial & budget support # Track engineering expenses and assist with budget preparation # Process and reconcile invoices # Prepare monthly financial summaries # Administration & compliance # Manage timesheets and schedule engineering jobs # Coordinate training, certifications, travel, and accommodation # Maintain work orders, asset records, and audit documentation # Support health, safety, and regulatory compliance # Team coordination & continuous improvement # Assist with onboarding processes # Monitor KPIs and support workflow improvements # Develop and maintain templates, processes, and documentation About You We’re looking for someone who is organised, accurate, and confident working in a fast‑paced technical environment. Essential skills and experience: # Experience in engineering, maintenance, or technical administration # Strong organisational and coordination skills # Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) # Experience with procurement, parts ordering, or inventory management # Excellent communication skills # High attention to detail and accuracy Preferred: # Experience using CMMS, SAP, SharePoint, or LinkFresh # Background in engineering, manufacturing, or processing # Understanding of budgeting or cost tracking # Knowledge of health, safety, or compliance requirements # Qualification in business admin, supply chain, or engineering support Why Join LeaderBrand? # Supportive team culture # Opportunities to grow and develop # Be part of a respected, innovative NZ business # Work for a company built on integrity, accountability, and whānau values Applicants must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand and able to pass a pre‑employment drug test
Trademe · HR
Trademe · HR
