Job Role: Fitter Fabricator
Job Type: Permanent / Full Time
Location: Canterbury
Category: Manufacturing
Sub-Category: Fitting / Machining
Description:
Fitter / Fabricator
We’re recruiting alongside a manufacturing business for an experienced Fitter / Fabricator to join their workshop team. This is a hands-on, long-term role focused on assembly, maintenance and overhaul of road tankers and related plant, ideal for someone who enjoys variety, problem solving and being part of a practical team.
What you’ll be doing
- Assemble and build new and modified road tankers and associated equipment, and respond to emergency breakdowns as required.
- Carry out fabrication and installation of components, plus preventative maintenance, inspections and repairs to machines and plant.
- Overhaul, upkeep and repair company vehicles and workshop machinery (truck, utes, forklift, lathes, milling machines, brake press, guillotine, welding machines, hydraulic and pneumatic testing rigs, etc.).
- Fault finding, testing and removal/adjustment of fittings, fixtures and parts; determine cost‑effective solutions where specifications aren’t detailed.
- Perform MIG/TIG welding for fabrication or repair where required.
- Review and advise on engineering drawings and requirements; coordinate contractors and communicate effectively with management and stakeholders.
- Actively promote and work to safe systems and Health & Safety practices.
Skills, experience & qualifications
- Formal trade qualification in a relevant discipline and/or minimum 3 years’ experience as a fitter/turner, fitter/fabricator or similar.
- Proven experience maintaining vehicles and plant equipment, and installing/overhauling pumps, gearboxes, valves, hydraulics and pneumatics.
- Comfortable operating a wide range of workshop machines and tools; lathe/milling experience is desirable.
- MIG/TIG welding experience and hydraulic/pneumatic test rig experience are highly regarded.
- Good communicator, able to build effective working relationships with colleagues, suppliers and contractors.
- HGV truck & trailer licence with DG conversion is desirable but not essential.
- Strong mechanical fault‑finding ability and a systematic approach to problem solving.
Personal attributes
- Reliable, punctual and able to prioritise workload to meet business needs.
- Works well in a team, takes initiative and can operate with minimal supervision.
- Demonstrates sound decision-making, enthusiasm and a flexible, can-do attitude.
- Committed to safe working practices and supporting a positive workplace culture.
Role details
- Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 7:30am – 4:00pm.
- Type: Long-term permanent opportunity.
- Pay: $38-$40 per hour, with typical starting rate of $38 and a review after 3 months.
How to apply
Please apply with your CV and a brief note outlining your relevant experience and availability. For More information please call Zangelique Visser at VIPeople.
Additional Notes:
* Applicants must have full NZ working rights and be currently located in New Zealand.
* Only suitable candidates will be contacted.
* If you have fitting experience but not Fabrication, please still apply and add that in your cover letter as we may consider you for a production fitter role.
