Maintenance Engineer / Mechanical Fitter
Job Description
About the role
We are currently seeking a Maintenance engineer and Mechanical Fitter to join our dedicated team at McGrath Industries in Kelston, West Auckland.
You'll be responsible for assisting in fitting parts, maintaining, troubleshooting, and improving mechanical assets across a fast‑paced logistics environment. This role suits someone who thrives on technical problem‑solving, takes pride in precision workmanship, and understands the importance of uptime in a production facility. To be successful in this role you will have a to be reliability focused with a strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to diagnose, find faults and deliver reliable solutions. This is a diverse role that covers all onsite equipment and in turn provides opportunities to work on a range of different equipment.
Key responsibilities
Perform preventative, corrective, and reactive maintenance on all mechanical plant equipment
Diagnose mechanical faults using structured troubleshooting methods
Carry out mechanical fitting, fabrication, welding, and machining as required
Complete equipment overhauls, bearing replacements, seal changes, shaft alignments, and lubrication tasks to OEM standards
Support continuous improvement initiatives—identify reliability risks, propose engineering solutions, and implement corrective actions
Ensure all work complies with food safety, hygiene, and health & safety regulations
Maintain accurate maintenance records and contribute to asset history and reliability reporting
Collaborate with production, engineering, and external contractors to minimise downtime and optimise plant performance
About you
Trade qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Fitting & Turning, or Maintenance Engineering
At least 3 years experience in industrial engineering
Be update to date on health and safety legislation and industrial safety requirements
Proven experience in industrial or manufacturing environments
Strong mechanical aptitude with hands‑on experience in hydraulics, and some electrical systems
Ability to interpret technical drawings and OEM manuals
Competent in fault‑finding, risk assessment, and safe isolation procedures
Welding and machining experience advantageous
* Strong communication skills and a proactive, reliability‑driven mindset
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