Forklift Technician - Christchurch

Posted 17 March 2025
LocationChristchurch
Job type Permanent
DisciplineHeavy Diesel TechnicianWorkshop Controller/Foreman/Team Leader
Reference36661

Job description

Job reference - 36661

  • Technician and Foreman roles
  • Prior proven experience on forklifts or construction equipment is essential
  • Paying between $40 - $45 per hour dependent on skills and experience



Access 33 years of our client relationships and connections and find your next job. New Zealand's leaders in motor industry recruitment since 1991. Automotive Employment NZ has been awarded Sourcr 2024 Automotive Agency of the Year.

Opportunities exist for experienced and qualified forklift technicians and a foreman in this leading workshop in Christchurch.


In return

  • High rates on offer for suitable candidates
  • Career progression and training on offer
  • The team are support and highly productive
  • Top working conditions



The role

  • Servicing, minor and major repairs, and maintenance on on a wide variety of forklifts
  • Diagnostics and electrical repairs
  • Field service where applicable
  • Attending to breakdowns and call outs
  • Dealing with customers



Skills sought

  • Relevant automotive trade qualification
  • Prior relevant experience working on electric, diesel, and/or LPG forklifts with experience on other heavy equipment an advantage
  • Solid diagnostic capability
  • Ability to complete major repairs
  • Ability to work unsupervised
  • A focus on customer service
  • Good English skills, both verbal and written
  • High efficiency and accuracy
  • Team player



How to apply

Applications from those wanting to relocate from elsewhere within NZ are welcome. If you are based offshore and wanting to move to New Zealand and meet the requirements - please APPLY NOW. We are able to assist you with your visa requirements making the process easy and seamless.

If reading online, click the APPLY NOW section and submit your application online. For more information contact the team at Automotive Employment NZ Ltd for a confidential discussion. Phone during NZ business hours: The international landline is +64 9 271 3200.

You can also visit the job board on our website to view further vacancies https://www.automotiveemployment.co.nz/jobs

Job reference - 36661

  • Technician and Foreman roles
  • Prior proven experience on forklifts or construction equipment is essential
  • Paying between $40 - $45 per hour dependent on skills and experience



Access 33 years of our client relationships and connections and find your next job. New Zealand's leaders in motor industry recruitment since 1991. Automotive Employment NZ has been awarded Sourcr 2024 Automotive Agency of the Year.


Opportunities exist for experienced and qualified forklift technicians and a foreman in this leading workshop in Christchurch.

In return

  • High rates on offer for suitable candidates
  • Career progression and training on offer
  • The team are support and highly productive
  • Top working conditions



The role

  • Servicing, minor and major repairs, and maintenance on on a wide variety of forklifts
  • Diagnostics and electrical repairs
  • Field service where applicable
  • Attending to breakdowns and call outs
  • Dealing with customers


Skills sought

  • Relevant automotive trade qualification
  • Prior relevant experience working on electric, diesel, and/or LPG forklifts with experience on other heavy equipment an advantage
  • Solid diagnostic capability
  • Ability to complete major repairs
  • Ability to work unsupervised
  • A focus on customer service
  • Good English skills, both verbal and written
  • High efficiency and accuracy
  • Team player

How to apply

Applications from those wanting to relocate from elsewhere within NZ are welcome. If you are based offshore and wanting to move to New Zealand and meet the requirements - please APPLY NOW. We are able to assist you with your visa requirements making the process easy and seamless.

If reading online, click the APPLY NOW section and submit your application online. For more information contact the team at Automotive Employment NZ Ltd for a confidential discussion. Phone during NZ business hours: The international landline is +64 9 271 3200.

You can also visit the job board on our website to view further vacancies https://www.automotiveemployment.co.nz/jobs

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