Machine Builder

Techtrade is looking for experienced Mechanical Machine Builders / Mechanical Fitters to join a leading Auckland automation and engineering business building custom automated machinery and production equipment.

This is a hands-on workshop role, and we're looking for candidates with proven experience in machine building, mechanical assembly and fitting.

You don't necessarily need the title Machine Builder — experienced Mechanical Fitters, Fitter & Turners, Toolmakers or Fabricator/Welders with strong machine assembly experience are encouraged to apply.

The Role

• Build and assemble custom automated machinery from engineering drawings
• Fit bearings, shafts, couplings, motors, gearboxes and drive systems
• Install conveyors and material-handling systems
• Work with robotics, pneumatics and hydraulics
• Carry out precision fitting, alignment, drilling and tapping
• Welding and light fabrication of brackets, frames, guards and components
• Modify and adjust machinery during assembly
• Assist with mechanical fault finding, testing and commissioning

What We're Looking For

• Proven machine building and mechanical assembly experience
• Strong hands-on mechanical fitting skills
• Confidence working from engineering and assembly drawings
• Experience with bearings, shafts, gearboxes, motors and conveyors
• Pneumatic and/or hydraulic experience
• Welding and fabrication capability
• Strong mechanical fault-finding skills
• Automation or robotics experience would be highly regarded
• Own mechanical tools preferred

Experience with automation, robotics, special-purpose machinery, packaging equipment, conveyors or material-handling systems would be particularly valuable.

About Us:  

Techtrade is a specialist engineering and trade recruitment company, offering short & long term contract work as well as permanent jobs for skilled candidates. We have a diverse client base that spans a range of industries and have work available on an on-going basis. 

We pride ourselves on placing the right candidate in the right job.

How to Apply:
Click on Apply Now to start your application or call Ewen on  [021 991 186](tel:021 991 186) for a confidential discussion. We look forward to hearing from you! 
  
Please note: To apply for this position, you must be residing in New Zealand and be a resident - without conditions.