Alliance Group are New Zealand's only 100% farmer owned red meat co-operative, and we put farmers at the heart of everything we do. For over 75 years, we have been supplying New Zealand's finest grass-fed lamb, beef and venison and our products are enjoyed in more than 65 countries across the globe.
We are a global leader in procuring, processing, and marketing the world's best quality red meat products. Our world class technology, meticulous production values, the highest levels of ethical production and our adherence to environmental sustainability all contribute to our reputation for food excellence.
Our busy Lorneville Plant currently has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Fitter to join the team. Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor and Engineering Manager, the key responsibilities of the role include:
Running a safe, effective, and efficient operational unit, to ensure plant can operate safely and maintain maximum productivity.
Perform any planned maintenance and reactive maintenance works.
Conduct diagnostic testing on malfunctioning systems to determine the root cause.
Replace any damaged or defective components as required.
Address any breakdowns in a timely fashion, ensuring minimum downtime to business.
Maintain a very high Health and Safety Standard.
Nga painga - what's in it for you?
We are an employer that is committed to making a difference for families and communities and supporting people to build rewarding careers. We achieve this through employing people who connect with our Values (Care, Accountability, Communication, Team, Initiative and Courage) that underpin our way of working together.
On offer is:
Competitive Salary with a minimum of $42PH and a maximum of $53 on offer, with other allowances available.
Health insurance subsidies for you and your family.
Work Life Balance with 5 weeks of Annual Leave.
Further Development opportunities.
Ongoing Support and Training.
On Site Health Services, including counselling, nurse and our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
You will come from a strong Maintenance background, preferably within the FMCG Processing environment, as well as:
A relevant Fitter Trade Qualification.
Sound knowledge of bearings, seals, and gaskets.
Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, and conveyor systems.
The ability to concentrate for extended periods of time.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication, time management and organizational skills.
Mo te taone nui – About the Town
With significant support for sports, culture and recreation, Invercargill has a high quality of life index with low commute distances and times, as well as a low pollution index and more affordable real estate when compared to most of New Zealand.
Rich in history and known as the "City of Water and Light", Invercargill is the commercial center of the Southland region and is renowned for its aurora australis (south lights) and is family-friendly while catering for many leisure activities.
Invercargill lies in the heart of the wide expanse of the Southland Plains on the Oreti River and is situated amid abundant farmland that is bordered by large areas of conservation land and marine reserves, including Fiordland National Park covering the south-west corner of the South Island and the Catlins coastal region.
Ko koe pea tenei? - Sound like your kind of role?
If you are looking to take that next step in your career and are ready to work for a high-performing organisation, alongside talented people who take pride in delivering great results, please submit your application and we look forward to hearing from you.
With our ongoing commitment towards health and safety, you'll undergo a pre-employment drug test that will form part of your application.
Relocation assistance may be offered for the successful applicant if they are relocating.
Applications will be assessed as they are received.
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