(ANZSCO Skill Level 3)
An experienced Agricultural Machinery Technician is required for a full-time role focused on the inspection, servicing, repair, maintenance, and installation of tractors and farm machinery. The position involves workshop-based work and customer-site callouts, with a strong focus on safety, accuracy, and quality workmanship.
Key Responsibilities
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Diagnose faults and complete repairs and maintenance within agreed timeframes and manufacturer specifications.
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Use diagnostic equipment and testing procedures to ensure repairs are completed accurately.
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Maintain detailed job records and complete all administration associated with work as it progresses.
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Keep the work area clean and safe, including cleaning up oils/spills and maintaining tidy workshop practices.
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Collect required information and coordinate parts ordering to support efficient turnaround.
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Participate in rostered call-out work and complete reasonable overtime when required.
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Work professionally with customers both on-site and in the field and follow site/contractor policies when working off-site.
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Support training and development of apprentices or junior staff when required.
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Stay up to date with new technology, tooling, and products and attend training as required.
Minimum Requirements
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At least 5 years of proven and documented experience in tractor/farm machinery servicing and repair (or closely related heavy diesel/mechanical work).
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Work experience must be supported with verifiable documentation (e.g., reference letters, employment records, contracts, payslips).
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Mechanical qualification preferred (diesel/mechanical strongly preferred).
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Strong diagnostic capability and problem-solving skills.
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Ability to prioritise jobs and maintain high accuracy and quality standards.
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Full New Zealand driver’s licence (or equivalent that can be converted) and a driving history that supports insurability.
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Willingness to obtain any required licences/endorsements relevant to the role.
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Competent and confident operating/handling tractors and farm machinery.
Immigration New Zealand Requirements (AEWV)
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Must meet Immigration New Zealand’s AEWV English language requirements and provide acceptable English evidence at the time of application.
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Must meet INZ character requirements (police certificates and background checks may be required).
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Must meet INZ medical requirements (medical examinations may be required).
Health & Safety Expectations
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Follow all health and safety policies and procedures at all times.
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Use appropriate PPE and complete pre-task risk assessments as required.
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Report hazards/incidents promptly and work only within signed-off competency unless supervised.