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Experienced Irrigation Service Technician

Thursday, December 31st, 2020

– Variety of outdoor work
– Vehicle + phone
– Competitive pay rate (Dependent on experience)
– Be your own boss
– Full time but flexible hours on offer

We are currently seeking an experienced Service Technician for a client who has been in the game for over a decade. They are requiring a Technician who will be based in their Cromwell branch.

This is a permanent role with a company who offer training and the opportunity to gain qualifications. You will be required to service pivot irrigators in the Cromwell/Central Otago region which will include maintenance, repairs, servicing and fault diagnosing.

Ideally, the successful applicant will have previous experience as a Service Technician in the Irrigation sector, but those who are mechanically minded, have a broad electrical knowledge and have a maintenance background should still apply.

You will be required to have:
• Knowledge of pivot irrigation systems
• A proven service/maintenance, mechanical or engineering background
• Be able to work autonomously
• Diagnostic and problem solving ability
• Pump knowledge or understanding
• High level of communication
• A full clean driver’s license

All applicants MUST be conviction free and able to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test.

To apply, please send an up to date CV along with a Cover letter outlining your experience and skills related to the role to ruby@personnelplacements.co.nz

YOU MUST HAVE A CURRENT, LEGAL RIGHT TO WORK IN NZ TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE.

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TRAINEE ABRASIVE BLASTER TIMARU

Thursday, September 17th, 2020

Are you …

  • Drug free and able to pass a drug test?
  • Hard working and eager to learn?
  • Physically fit with good upper body strength?
  • Conscientious, punctual and respectful?
  • Able to work long hours, and away from home for occasional periods of time?
  • No long term illnesses or injuries

Do you …

  • Have an old fashioned work ethic
  • Have a bit of work and life experience under your belt
  • Have your own reliable transport,

preferably with a full Class 1 Licence, however those with an R licence may be considered.

We have an excellent opportunity for someone who is ready to make the move from a ‘job’ to a ‘career’, and along with that, the opportunity to gain trade related qualifications and earn really good money! The role is a longer term temporary role, however if after time you are demonstrating a good work ethic, it may become permanent

My client is looking for someone to join their team of Abrasive blasters/Painters. The successful candidate will be working across a number of industries, including working away from home from time to time (up to two weeks away) and regular maintenance on fishing boats.

This is a family business with a great commitment to their staff. They are willing to take someone under their wing and give them the training and guidance to make them a success in this role. Prove yourself as an asset to this team, and you will be rewarded very well.

All applicants must be willing to undergo pre-employment drug testing and a Ministry of Justice Check.

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa

If you have the attitude and aptitude, please send your CV and a Covering Letter to jo@personnelplacements.co.nz

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Auto Technician

Friday, July 3rd, 2020

• Motor trade qualification essential
• Variety of work and vehicles
• Remuneration based on skill and qualifications
• Ashburton based

We are seeking NZ Qualified Auto Technicians to work on a wide range of vehicles to complete minor and major mechanical repairs and services along with electronic diagnostics for both passenger and light commercial vehicles.

Your day will consist of normal services, WOF inspections, engine and transmission repair up to major overhauls.

Requirements:

• Trade qualified motor mechanic
• WOF Certificate
• Excellent diagnostic skills
• Communicates well with colleagues and customers
• Clean driver’s license

You will need to be hardworking, have a good sense of humour, enjoy your work, and be able to work efficiently and productively.

If you meet the above criteria and are looking for a change, please email your CV and Cover letter to jo.j@personnelplacements.co.nz or phone 03 308 9675 for a confidential chat.

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

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Pump Installer / General Engineer

Friday, July 3rd, 2020

• Well regarded company with low staff turnover
• Enjoy the countryside while you work
• Varied and challenging role

Do you enjoy variety, challenge and working outdoors? Are you an engineer with welding and pump knowledge? Do you have experience and understanding of irrigation?

An opportunity has arisen for someone with general Engineering ability to oversee the installation and removal of irrigation pumps and to repair a variety of pumps including submersible, domestic, “end suction” and stock water pumps. You will need to have good welding ability with ARC and MIG and excellent attention to detail. HT Class 4 is preferred but training will be provided for the right person.

This role is a permanent position working Monday to Friday, 7.30am-5.00pm and some rostered on-call weekends with hours varying during seasonal peaks. The successful applicant will need to have an engineer’s mind set, be mechanically minded and understand irrigation and pump systems.

Skills or experience should include:
• Proven experience with general engineering
• Competent with ARC and MIG welding
• Diagnostic and problem-solving ability
• Pump knowledge or understanding
• High level of communication
• A full driver’s license
• Class 4 Driver’s licence preferred but not essential as training provided

If you are looking for a change, enjoy variety in your work and prefer to work outdoors then call Jo today on 03 308 9675 or email your application to jo.j@personnelplacements.co.nz

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

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Diesel Mechanic / Technician

Thursday, May 28th, 2020

Do you have outstanding mechanical aptitude?
Are your work references excellent?
Has your honesty and reliability been proven?

Personnel Placements specialize in permanent (and temporary) placements in a range of industries within the wider Canterbury area. More than that we look to place the right candidate with the right clients to increase your chance of employment with like minded people in a harmonious work environment.

Our clients are regularly asking us to find highly motivated, qualified staff with up to date knowledge and a yearning for excellence.

If you are looking for a change but want confidentiality, let us do the legwork for you and send in your application.

Heavy Traffic Licences or WOF Certification may place your application at an advantage.

To register your interest send your cover letter and C.V. to: gaye@personnelplacements.co.nz

Applicants for this position should have:
• NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.
• MoJ checks apply and you must be drug
and alcohol free.

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

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Experienced Service Technician – Ashburton

Thursday, April 9th, 2020

• Variety of outdoor work
• Vehicle plus phone
• Up to $30 per hr for the right skill set

Positions available in Ashburton.

Do you enjoy working in the agricultural sector and being outdoors? Are you mechanically minded and enjoy fixing things? Do you have experience as a Service Technician in the Irrigation Sector?

We are currently seeking a Service Technician for an Irrigation client based in Ashburton. Having been in the game of providing cost effective irrigation solutions for over a decade, they are a progressive company and a market leader in their industry.

This role is a permanent position for the right applicant and has plenty of room for growth within the company. You will be required to service pivot irrigators in the Mid and South Canterbury region which will include maintenance, repairs, servicing and fault finding. Ideally, the successful applicant will have previous experience as a Service Technician in the Irrigation sector, but those who are mechanically minded, have some electrical knowledge and have a maintenance background should still apply.

You will be required to have:
• A proven service/maintenance, mechanical or engineering background
• Be able to work autonomously
• Diagnostic and problem solving ability
• Pump knowledge or understanding
• High level of communication
• A full driver’s license

The hours are generally 7.30am start and can be 10 hour days during the peak season which is normally October through until February. During the main irrigation season there will also be rostered weekend work every third weekend and time and a half after 50 hours.

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

If you are looking for a change and want to be part of a successful and growing company then please send your CV and cover letter to jo.j@personnelplacements.co.nz or call 03 308 9675 for a confidential chat.

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