Mechanical Engineering Supervisor

We are currently seeking a Supervising Maintenance Engineer to join our dedicated team.  The main responsibilities in this role are the service and maintenance of food processing and packaging machinery, and we need someone that is willing to be flexible in the tasks that they perform. Our business involves the importation and distribution of a wide range of products to both wholesale and retail customers.  We have over 350 staff and revenue of over $320 million.  We are well established as one of the most respected suppliers in our chosen market.

We supply to a variety of food businesses within NZ and Australia, including food manufacturers, bakers and the food service industry. We pride ourselves on supporting our customer base with excellent service and in-depth technical support. We have a supportive culture where staff are valued, encouraged to be a part of continuous improvements and are mentored to grow within the business.

About the role

We are seeking a skilled and hands-on Mechanical Engineering Supervisor to provide essential technical support to our Production teams. In this role, you will assist in the design, installation, maintenance, and optimisation of food manufacturing machinery and production line systems. You will work closely with the Production staff to supervise them as well as troubleshoot mechanical issues, implement preventative maintenance, and support continuous improvement initiatives across our manufacturing operations.

You'll be responsible for supervising the team as well as maintaining, troubleshooting, and improving mechanical assets across a fast‑paced logistics environment. This role suits someone who thrives on technical problem‑solving, takes pride in precision workmanship, and understands the importance of uptime in a production facility. To be successful in this role you will have a to be reliability focused with a strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to diagnose, find faults and deliver reliable solutions. This is a diverse role that covers all onsite equipment and in turn provides opportunities to work on a range of different equipment.

Key responsibilities

• Perform preventative, corrective, and reactive maintenance on all food manufacturing plant equipment
• Diagnose mechanical faults using structured troubleshooting methods
• Carry out mechanical fitting, fabrication, welding, and machining as required
• Support continuous improvement initiatives—identify reliability risks, propose engineering solutions, and implement corrective actions
• Ensure all work complies with food safety, hygiene, and health & safety regulations
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and contribute to asset history and reliability reporting
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and external contractors to minimise downtime and optimise plant performance

About you

• Trade qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Fitting & Turning, or Maintenance Engineering
• At least 3 years' experience in mechanical engineering
• Supervisory experience preferred
• Be update to date on health and safety legislation and industrial safety requirements
• Proven experience in industrial or manufacturing environments
• Strong mechanical aptitude with hands‑on experience in hydraulics, and some electrical systems
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and OEM manuals
• Competent in fault‑finding, risk assessment, and safe isolation procedures
• Welding and machining experience advantageous
• Strong communication skills and a proactive, reliability‑driven mindset

What We Offer:

• The opportunity to work with a well-established food manufacturer with a diverse product portfolio.
• Hands-on involvement in a dynamic production environment with exposure to a wide range of packaging machinery.
• A supportive and collaborative team environment.

We offer a competitive salary, wellness bonus, discount on our food products, and life insurance along with parking onsite.

This is a chance to work in a great environment, so if you think you can offer some flexibility, versatility and you are competent in your role then apply now!

All applicants must have a legal right to work in New Zealand on an ongoing basis.

 How to Apply:

If you have a passion for food manufacturing and mechanical engineering, we invite you to apply. Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience online via Seek.

Please note that we do not accept phone inquiries regarding this position. All applications must be submitted through the Seek platform.