Fitter(S)

Experienced in an industrial or manufacturing environment?
Keen to live in or around the Ruapehu region?
The opportunities (Karioi Pulpmill and Tangiwai Sawmill, Ohakune, Central North Island)
We have multiple opportunities available for suitably qualified and experienced people to join our Engineering team at the Karioi Pulpmill site, a Major Hazard Facility, and our Mechanical Maintenance team at the Tangiwai Sawmill.
These are permanent, full-time positions. Karioi Pulpmill and Tangiwai Sawmill are both located close to the small yet well-facilitated towns of Ohakune and Taihape.
About you

Trade certificate in Fitting and Turning Level 4, Maintenance and Diagnostics, or similar is preferred.
Demonstrated technical ability:

Maintenance experience of heavy machinery and plant.
A working knowledge of hydraulic systems and an ability to understand schematic drawings would be advantageous.

Hold a Full Class One New Zealand driver's license and hold or be able to obtain a Forklift endorsement.
Demonstrated awareness of, and utilization of workplace Health and Safety systems.
Physically fit, able, and mentally alert, including the ability to work in confined spaces.
Availability for mechanical callouts, participation in the on-call roster, and to work overtime.
About us
WPI is committed to ensuring a safe and healthy work environment. As part of the selection process, applicants will be required to pass an independently conducted pre-employment health and medical assessment which includes drug testing.
Please note applicants must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand on a permanent basis at the time of submitting their application.

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