Apprentice – Maintenance Engineer

About this opportunity

We are seeking an Apprentice Maintenance Engineer to join our team and work closely with our Maintenance this handson role youll support the effective maintenance repair and continuous improvement of our plant machinery and equipment while building the technical skills and experience needed to become a fully qualified Maintenance Engineer.

As part of the maintenance team you will learn and apply both preventative and reactive maintenance practices contribute to equipment reliability and help maintain high standards of safety quality and operational performance across the site.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• Assist with preventative and reactive maintenance tasks to improve equipment reliability and minimise unplanned downtime.
• Support breakdown response under supervision including basic fault diagnosis and equipment repair.
• Gain hands-on experience in machine repairs including hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Support welding fabrication turning and machining tasks as part of equipment maintenance and component repair.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across the site including equipment optimisation minor upgrades and waste reduction activities.
• Actively participate in onthejob learning and offsite training required to progress toward becoming a qualified Maintenance Engineer including maintaining accurate training records.
• Follow all WHSE procedures and participate in toolbox talks safety checks risk reviews and other activities that support a zeroharm workplace.
• Promote strong health safety and environmental behaviours by reporting hazards using PPE correctly meeting WHSE standards and supporting compliance with systems such as FSSC22000 HACCP and ISO14001.

Your skills and experience

To be successful in this role youll have:

• NCEA Level 2 or equivalent ideally with strengths in Math Science or Technology.
• Genuine interest in mechanical or electrical engineering and handson practical work.
• Eligibility to enroll in a New Zealand Apprenticeship programme.
• Pretrade engineering study is an advantage but not required.
• Basic understanding of tools machinery or mechanical processes whether gained through school hobbies or previous work.
• Positive problemsolving attitude and a willingness to learn from experienced tradespeople.
• Ability to follow instructions work safely and ask questions when needed.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Reliable motivated and committed to completing a multiyear apprenticeship.

Additional Information :

• NZQA training provided for a Mechanical Engineering Level 3 qualification.
• Work for a company dedicated to sustainability and leading the circular economy.
• East Tamaki Site.

This apprenticeship is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to grow their engineering career in a supportive safetyfocused manufacturing environment

How to apply:

If this role sounds like you please click on the apply button and follow the prompts. We will get in touch if you are shortlisted for this opportunity. If you would like to learn more about our company you may check our website: About Us Pact Group

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time