Hydraulic Hose Technician

We're looking for a skilled Mobile Hose Technician to join our Gisborne team.

APPM is a family-owned hydraulic, mechanical and engineering business supporting forestry, agriculture, marine, transport and industrial customers across Tairawhiti/East Coast.

Our work is varied — from on-site repairs and breakdowns to workshop work — so no two days are quite the same.

We are looking for someone who loves the outdoors and getting stuck into the job. Someone who knows heavy machinery and is not intimidated by the thought of removing guards and panels until the find the hose/leak they are looking for.

Someone who takes pride in quality workmanship, enjoys being part of a high-performing team, and is committed to delivering great outcomes for our customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Onsite hydraulic hose replacement - including removal and refitment on heavy equipment and agricultural machinery.
• In-workshop hydraulic hose assemblies.
• Service hydraulic cylinders, pumps, valves and fittings where required.
• Keep accurate job records and timesheets.
• Work safely at all times and follow APPM's health and safety policies and procedures.

Performance Expectations

• Complete hose repairs and installations to a high standard, right first time.
• Solution-focused - no hose will beat you no matter where it is on the machine or what machine it is.
• Always willing to go the extra mile for the client and your team.
• Respond promptly to call-outs and manage your time well between workshop and field work.
• Represent APPM professionally on customer sites and stay 100% loyal to our brand.
• Show up with a good attitude, solid workmanship and reliability.

Qualifications & Licensing

• A relevant trade qualification in hydraulics or heavy diesel mechanics, or three years' industry experience.
• Sound understanding of hose/fitting selection.
• A current NZ driver's license (Class 1 minimum).
• NZ residency or a valid work visa.

Tools & Equipment

• Your own basic hand tools — we will supply the specialist hose and hydraulic equipment.

What APPM Provides

• A company vehicle for mobile call-outs.
• Varied hydraulic work — no two days the same.
• Support to grow your skills and your career.
• A team that backs each other and wants to see you succeed.
• The lifestyle that comes with living and working in Gisborne — surf, sun, and no traffic.
• Competitive Pay.

Sound like you? Apply with your CV and a short cover letter telling us a bit about yourself.