Production Fitter

Skilled fitter/turner wanted to join a top team building world-class tankers. Full-time role for someone with initiative and pride in their work.

ABOUT THE ROLE…

The day-to-day duties in this role include:

• Carry out installation of components as required on equipment as directed.
• Carry out fabrication of components as required on equipment as directed.
• Carry out preventative maintenance and inspections.
• Undertake repairs and modifications as assigned.
• Ensure all machines are safe and fit for purpose.
• Installation of new machines and equipment.
• Overhaul, upkeep and repair of all plant machines onsite.
• Review and Advise on Engineering requirements and drawings.
• Actively engage in and promote safe working practices.
• Work with and Coordinate Contractors.
• Undertake fabrication, installation, repairs and servicing to the highest standard in accordance with work requests and pre-determined specifications.
• Fault Finding, testing, and the removal or adjustment of existing fittings, fixtures and parts.
• Where a detailed specification is not provided, determine the cause of the fault and then undertake the most cost effective solution to remedy the defect.
• Effective Communication – keeping Management and relevant parties aware and seeking advice and assistance when required.
• Any other duty as may be required commensurate with the grading of the post and the skill of the post holder.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Required: a formal qualification in the relevant trade and at least 4 years’ experience as a Fitter/Turner or similar.
• Required: have work experience in the maintenance of vehicles and/or plant equipment.
• Required: have experience installing, overhauling an repairing pumps, gearboxes, valves, hydraulics, pneumatics etc.
• Required: have knowledge and experience operating a wide range of general workshop machines and equipment.
• Excellent communication skills – must have a good standard of English both written and verbal.
• Excellent decision-making skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team as well as on own initiative and with low level supervision.
• A knowledge of general motor/diesel mechanics, mechanical fitting, hydraulics and pneumatics would be considered advantageous.

These are not requirements but would be advantageous if you have any of the following:

• Lathes/milling machines
• Experience with MIG/TIG welding machines
• Experience with hydraulic/pneumatic test rigs
• Experience with environmental gas testing
• HGV truck and trailer driver’s license with DG conversion.

BENEFITS AND PERKS

• Competitive pay
• Great team culture
• Medical insurance after the first six months
• Professional development opportunities

How to Apply:

If you’re ready to power up your career, don’t wait! Contact Kathy at FRENZ Recruitment on 021 563 239, or send your CV to recruitment@frenz.co.nz today.

Visit us at: www.frenz.co.nz to learn more about FRENZ Recruitment & Immigration