Maintenance Engineer / Fabricator

About the role Makikihi Fries is on the lookout for a skilled and motivated Maintenance Engineer with strong fabrication experience to join our team in South Canterbury. This is a hands-on, varied role suited to someone who enjoys working across maintenance, fabrication, and general plant operations.

Key responsibilities

• Factory maintenance, including servicing pumps, motors, and plant equipment
• Carrying out weekly greasing cycles across factory machinery
• Fabrication of new machinery and equipment (heavy and sheet metal work)
• Assisting with potato handling operations during harvest season
• Supporting daily procurement runs between stores and the factory
• Operating machinery as required

About us We operate one of the largest engineering workshops in South Canterbury, equipped with high-quality tools and machinery. At Makikihi Fries, we take pride in fabricating most of our equipment in-house and maintaining our own plant to a high standard.

What we’re looking for

• Proven experience in engineering maintenance and fabrication
• Ability to work with both heavy and sheet metal
• Machinery operation experience (advantageous)
• A self-motivated, reliable individual who can work independently
• Someone who takes initiative and doesn’t require close supervision

What we offer

• Competitive pay, based on skills and experience
• A well-equipped workshop and supportive team environment
• Variety in day-to-day work with opportunities to grow your skillset

If you’re practical, driven, and take pride in your workmanship, we’d like to hear from you.

Apply now with your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your experience to office@makikihifries.co.nz