NZ Post is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Maintenance Technician to join their Christchurch Processing Centre. This full-time, permanent role offers the opportunity to work with advanced, automated parcel and letter sorting machinery in a fast-paced logistics environment. The ideal candidate is someone passionate about machinery, problem-solving, and delivering operational excellence in a collaborative and supportive team.
This is more than just a maintenance role—it’s a chance to contribute meaningfully to an iconic New Zealand organisation undergoing an exciting phase of transformation. NZ Post is committed to innovation and efficiency, and this position plays a key part in ensuring those goals are met through the smooth functioning of critical processing equipment.
Summary
- Company: NZ Post
- Location: Christchurch City, Canterbury
- Country: New Zealand
- Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
- Salary: Not disclosed, but includes competitive employee benefits and training opportunities
Job Requirements
To succeed in this role, applicants should have:
- A New Zealand Electrical Registration or Electrical Service Technician Registration with relevant papers (A & B), or
- A Mechanical Engineering qualification with experience in machine maintenance
- At least 2 years’ experience in a similar role within the mechanical or electrical engineering field
- The ability to fault-find, troubleshoot, and repair machinery quickly and efficiently
- Control systems and programming experience (desirable but not required)
- A positive, adaptable attitude and the ability to work calmly under pressure
- Willingness to work on a rotating roster including day, afternoon, and night shifts, as well as one weekend day
Responsibilities
As a Maintenance Technician, your duties will include:
- Conducting preventive and reactive maintenance on NZ Post’s sorting machinery
- Ensuring all equipment operates at maximum efficiency
- Supporting the engineering team in identifying potential issues before they cause disruption
- Minimising downtime through effective fault-finding and timely repairs
- Upholding NZ Post’s standards in Health & Safety and operational compliance
Employee Benefits
NZ Post offers a fantastic work environment with a range of benefits, including:
- Secure onsite parking at the Christchurch facility
- Discounted health insurance plans for employees and their families
- Access to exclusive holiday home rates around New Zealand
- Retail discounts with selected partners
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for mental health and wellbeing support
- Career growth opportunities within the engineering team and the broader organisation
Application Deadline
Applications close on 18 May 2025. Due to the fast-paced nature of hiring at NZ Post, it’s recommended that you apply as early as possible to avoid missing out.
