Hydraulic Technician / Workshop Machinist

This role suits someone who’s confident in their trade and you’ll get variety across workshop and field work, real responsibility and the opportunity to grow your career in a specialised technical trade, while earning competitive money to match your experience.

You’ll be joining a small team that delivers critical hydraulic repairs and component rebuilds for customers across construction, transport, marine, agriculture and manufacturing. Every day is different and your work genuinely keeps industry moving.

Why you’ll enjoy working here

• Competitive pay, negotiated based on your skills and experience.
• Permanent, full-time employment in Tauranga, Monday to Friday, plus paid overtime through participation in a three-weekly rotating on-call roster supporting our 24/7 breakdown service.
• A mix of workshop machining and field-based hydraulic work
• Supportive team environment with strong national backing
• Long-term career opportunity in a specialised, in-demand trade
• Real autonomy where you can manage your day, take pride in your work and see jobs through

We’re locally owned and known for fast breakdown response and quality workshop repairs. 

What you’ll be doing

• Running manual lathes and workshop machinery
• Fabricating, modifying and repairing hydraulic components
• Rebuilding valves, pumps, motors and cylinders
• Cylinder work including re-tubing, re-shafting and re-sealing
• Keeping the workshop clean, safe and quality-focused
• Talking with customers about findings and repairs
• Participation in a three-weekly rotating on-call roster to support the 24/7 breakdown service.

What you’ll bring:

• Trade qualification or strong hands-on experience in hydraulics, machining or fitting & turning.
• Confidence on manual lathes and precision tools.
• Solid fault-finding skills and mechanical know-how.
• Good communication and a customer-first mindset.
• Ability to legally drive in NZ and obtain a full NZ licence.
• Physically fit for workshop duties.
• Self-motivated, organised and comfortable working independently.
• Flexibility for overtime and on-call roster.

If you’re an experienced hydraulic tech who wants meaningful work, this is a great opportunity to step into a role where your skills are valued and your career can grow.

Competitive pay, overtime and on-call earning potential, plus relocation support if needed.  You’ll work in a well-equipped workshop on varied projects with a supportive, tight-knit team, while building your career in a stable, respected business. If you’re a hands-on problem solver who takes pride in quality work, we want to hear from you. Apply today or call Andrea McIntosh 0272276130.