Brakes and Pneumatic Technician

The Job

We overhaul brake and pneumatic components for Wellington's Matangi trains — including brake actuators, compressors, and pneumatic control equipment. If you're a qualified tradesperson who takes pride in doing the job right, we want you on the team.

You'll be pulling apart, repairing, testing, and rebuilding safety-critical brake and pneumatic systems to a high standard — hands-on trade work, not a desk job.

What You'll Be Doing

• Overhauling, repairing, and testing brake actuators, compressors, and pneumatic components

• Bench testing and fault finding on brake and pneumatic systems

• Checking parts to see what can be reused and what needs replacing

• Carrying out leak, force, and function tests to spec

• Keeping accurate job records and service documentation

• Keeping your work area clean, safe, and organised

What You'll Need

• Trade Certificate in Mechanical Engineering, Fitting and Machining, or similar

• Experience with pneumatic systems, valves, and compressed air equipment

• Experience overhauling or maintaining brake systems (rail experience an advantage)

• Comfortable reading mechanical drawings and pneumatic circuits

• Good hands for stripping down and rebuilding precision components

• Can follow written instructions and procedures without needing to be chased

Nice to have:

• Forklift licence

• Experience with continuous improvement

Why HR Mechanical

• Steady, skilled work on Wellington's rail fleet — not going anywhere

• A proper trade, not always routine assembly-line stuff

• Work that actually matters — keeping trains braking safely for the public

• A team that backs quality and safety over cutting corners

About Us

HR Mechanical Services Ltd is an established provider of mechanical services in the Wellington region, proudly operating as a subsidiary of Hyundai Rotem—a global rail industry leader and a member of the Hyundai Motor Group. Backed by world-class engineering standards and global rail expertise, we are committed to delivering high-quality, reliable mechanical solutions to our diverse client base. Our team is dedicated to professionalism, safety and customer satisfaction. We believe in investing in our staff and fostering a workplace culture where technical excellence and teamwork are valued. Our reputation is built on the expertise and commitment of our technicians, and we pride ourselves on being a trusted partner for mechanical servicing and repair.