Service Technician

Timaru

Start your career in a high-demand trade with industry-leading pay, penalty rates and allowances, and full training provided. If you're looking for a hands-on role working with real machinery and outdoor systems, this is an excellent opportunity to build a career in the specialist world of irrigation and pumping systems.

Our Water team in Timaru is hiring motivated entry-level Service Technicians to service, maintain and install irrigation and pumping equipment across the region. No prior experience is required - we're looking for someone with a positive attitude, practical aptitude and an interest in mechanical or engineering-type work. This role is ideal for someone at the start of their trade or technical career, looking to learn from experienced technicians and gain industry-recognised skills.

What you'll do (all training provided)

You'll be trained to work on a wide range of irrigation and pumping systems, including:

• Diagnostic fault finding on irrigators and pump equipment
• Gearbox reconditioning
• Installation of new pump systems
• Pivot irrigator crash repairs and maintenance
• Digger and trenching work to support irrigation installation
• Maintenance and servicing of irrigation and pumping equipment
• General engineering and fabrication related to irrigation system equipment

Your time will be split between the workshop and onsite fieldwork across the region.

Entry-level friendly - we train you in leading irrigation and pump technology

You don't need a qualification to start. We provide:

• Internal training delivered by experienced irrigation and pumping specialists
• External training opportunities, including pathways towards engineering or Electrical EST qualifications
• Ongoing mentoring to build your technical confidence and capability

If you enjoy mechanical work, problem solving or working outdoors, you'll thrive here.

Clear career progression

This entry-level role is the first step in a structured career path within PGG Wrightson Water, with progression such as:

• Service Technician (Entry Level) - Electrical Service Technician (EST) - Service Foreman

We're committed to developing your technical and leadership skills.

What we offer (industry-leading package)

• Industry-leading pay scale
• Allowances and penalty rates for overtime, callouts and weekend work
• Retail buying privileges
• Training towards relevant qualifications, including engineering, EST and industry-specific qualifications
• Long-term security in a growing, essential service industry
• A supportive team that wants you to succeed

Who this role suits

• People who like practical, hands-on work
• Anyone with an interest in engines, machinery, pumps, pipes, irrigation equipment or fabrication
• Good communicators with a 'can-do' attitude
• Those wanting to learn a trade without needing a qualification to start
• People looking for a varied role, indoors and outdoors

Ready to start your career in irrigation?

If you're motivated, dependable and ready to learn, we want to hear from you.

We prefer online applications - click here to apply.

To find out more about working at PGG Wrightson or to view other opportunities please visit careers.pggwrightson.co.nz

Apply now!

Applications close Sunday, 27 September 2026.