Maintenance Engineer

At INEX, we’re proud of what we do — and how we do it.

Based in Te Rapa, Hamilton, INEX is New Zealand’s leading aluminium extruder with more than 25 years of experience supplying aluminium across Aotearoa New Zealand and Australia. We’ve built our reputation by doing the basics well, working safely, and backing each other.

When you join INEX, you’re not just coming to work — you’re joining a crew. We greet each other, look out for one another, and everyone plays a part.

Are you a qualified mechanical fitter who enjoys solving problems, keeping machinery running and being part of a capable maintenance crew?

What you will bring

• A New Zealand Certificate in Mechanical Engineering, Level 4, or an equivalent recognised mechanical trade qualification
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills
• Experience with pneumatic and hydraulic machinery, industrial automation or controls experience advantageous
• The ability to understand technical information and maintain accurate records
• A team player who can also work independently, with strong initiative, time management, and communication skills
• A full and valid New Zealand driver’s licence

Key responsibilities

• Identify and implement maintenance improvement opportunities
• Achieve maintenance and reliability targets by optimising productivity and minimising downtime
• Implement continuous improvements to enhance operational performance
• Work closely with production teams and onsite leadership
• Champion and maintain high standards of health and safety practices

Roster and Conditions

The successful candidate will work a rotating shift roster, with overtime required from time to time to support plant operations. You will need to be physically fit and, as part of our recruitment process for this safety-sensitive role, the preferred candidate will be required to complete a pre-employment medical assessment, including drug and alcohol testing.

This role works rotating shifts:

• Currently four 10 hour shifts per week
• At times five 8 hour shifts, depending on operational needs

Participation in an on-call roster is required. This roster provides after-hours maintenance support to help keep the plant operating safely and reliably

INEX undertakes an annual plant shutdown during the Christmas and New Year period. Maintenance team members play an important role during this time, completing planned maintenance, repair and improvement work across the site.

What we offer

• A varied and challenging role in a dynamic industrial environment
• The opportunity to work for a successful, privately owned company with a great culture
• Training and development opportunities to support your career growth
• Competitive hourly rate + shift allowance
• Voluntary overtime at time & half/double time rates
• KPI quarterly production bonuses
• Free Southern Cross health insurance
• Life and income protection insurance
• Enhanced parental leave
• Habit Health+, EAP, PERKS rewards
• Service recognition and real development opportunities.

Why Inex?

We’re building a reputation as a great employer in the Waikato — through action, not promises. Our people stay because they’re respected, supported and proud of the work they do.

If you’re ready to step up, grow your capability and be part of a crew that cares, we’d love to hear from you. Join the INEX team today - apply now