Vacancy Title : Service Technician Vacancy Location: Nelson, New Zealand Engagement Type: Permanent; Full-Time Who are Survitec and what do we do? Survitec are the world's largest survival technology provider. For over 166 years, we have been protecting lives in the air, on land and at sea, through the design, manufacture, and servicing of Survival Technology. Today, we are a global community of 3,000 professionals with presence in 96 countries partnering with our customers to provide innovative solutions that reduce risk and help keep you safe. That's why the world's leading maritime, defence & government, energy and aerospace organisations trust us when it matters most and why we have been awarded the Gold Award by the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. What You Can Expect from the Role We have a unique opportunity to join our team as a Service Technician, working on liferafts and other life saving equipment such as cylinders and suits. With excellent opportunities of development and progression, this is an amazing opportunity to take the experience you already have gained from working with life saving equipment, such as lifejackets or lifeboats. Key Responsibilities: Delivers servicing installation, maintenance and repair activity to quality and safety standards and according to standard work routines, focusing on delivering key performance metrics. Actively seeks opportunity to drive controlled continuous improvement, identifying and communicating process improvement opportunities for implementation across the whole service footprint. Represents Survitec professionally during customer interactions and uses extensive product knowledge to understand and answer technical questions regarding service requirements. Helps specialists set up and test new products or processes; installs complex systems according to training and competence level, seeking guidance and support where needed. Carries out preventive maintenance inspections, identifying and diagnosing any requirement for equipment and systems emergency repairs. Develops knowledge and understanding of Survitec policies and procedures and of relevant regulatory codes and codes of conduct to ensure own work adheres to those standards. Works with Service Operations Manager to devise own monthly schedule, ensuring appropriate operational manpower. Follows Survitec Health, Safety and Environment policies, procedures and mandatory instructions; identifies and mitigates risks to safeguard the environment and the wellbeing of self and others. You will have the opportunity to develop in your role and feel proud of the work you do. Working at Survitec is fast paced, challenging and incredibly rewarding. This is not just another job; this is your career. The Experience, Qualifications and Skills You Will Have Essential Criteria Experience in a similar field such as Lifeboat or Liferaft Technician. Experience in life saving equipment such as lifeboats or life jackets. Valid driver's license. Excellent attention to detail. Ability to work as part of a team as well as independently. Appetite to deliver work schedule. Excellent communication skills both written and verbal. Willing to travel as and when required. Why You Should Work for Us Competitive salary. Travel opportunities to some great places. Holiday entitlement. Training & professional development opportunities. Employee assistance programme. Employee referral program. Workplace reward & recognition scheme. How to Apply If you would like more information regarding this role before applying, please feel free to reach out to us via LinkedIn or via Survitec is an equal opportunities employer. Our diverse global workforce protects lives, every single day. We are committed to cultivating an inclusive culture where our people feel valued, appreciated, and free to be who they are at work. At Survitec, we want you to have the best possible interview experience with us and we are also committed to creating an inclusive environment. We are happy to make any necessary accommodations to ensure you can showcase your skills to the best of your ability. #J-18808-Ljbffr