Mechanical Engineer

Christchurch Ready-Mix Concrete Limited is a well-established family business which has been operating in Canterbury for over 60 years and is now part of the H.W Richardson Group. The company is made up of four divisions which are concrete, aggregates, civil contracting and an internal workshop delivering mechanical and engineering services within the company.

We are looking for an experienced engineer to join our dedicated engineering team that repairs and maintains all plant assets. This includes concrete plants, crushing and screening plants, fixed, mobile and earthmoving equipment, along with truck and trailer units. You will be based at our Belfast Site but also undertake work on our other sites within Christchurch and North Canterbury. This can be a fast-paced roll and a level head is required to ensure downtime is minimized, while correctly following our health and safety processes. The work is varied and challenging.

Reporting directly to the Engineering Team Supervisor, you will need to have the confidence and skills to take ownership of repair and maintenance tasks, including the ability to problem solve and complete JSEA/Safety permits. You will possess quality welding, fitting and fabrication skills and be able to finish your work to a high standard. Experience fabricating with steel is critical, while prior work with stainless steel and aluminum is a bonus. You will need to have the ability to work autonomously and as part of a team, working in both the workshop and out in the field. Some training will be provided to the successful candidate, to fill in experience and knowledge gaps if required.

The ideal candidate will possess the following:

• Trade Certification and at least 5 years experience in the industry
• Experience with, and the ability to pass welding tickets in both steel MIG and ARC
• Understanding of, and the desire to follow safe workplace practices
• Experience Maintaining fixed plant and mobile equipment
• WTR, F, Class 5, EWP, Confined Spaces, working at heights or any other relevant tickets are a bonus

You will also need to have the following

• Flexibility to work late or the occasional Saturday is essential
• On Call roster from Monday to Saturday 1 week out of 4
• A focus and commitment to Health and Safety is essential
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

In return we can offer:

• $40 to $45 per hour base rate, negotiable depending on qualifications
• Time and a half after 40 hours, plus tool allowance and On Call allowance
• Paid Medical Insurance (after 6 months)
• An opportunity for you to join a great team
• On going training & development support

The successful applicant will be required to undergo a pre employment medical and drug test.

Applicants for this position must have NZ Residency or a valid NZ Work Visa.

If you believe you have all the right qualities to fill this role then please send your CV and cover letter to vacancies@crmc.co.nz