Mechanical Fitter

• Work for a stable, reliable, 100% Kiwi-owned organisation
• Ballance are a learning organisation and we offer some of the best onsite training and development in the industry.
• Competitive remuneration + free Medical and Life Insurance

WHY BALLANCE?

We are an enthusiastic team that understand the importance of the role our organisation plays in the Agricultural sector. Ballance genuinely care about our people and we know they work hard for us which is why we offer:

• An ability to generate additional annual leave
• Free Life, Income and Trauma Insurance
• Free Medical insurance for both you and your immediate family
• Loads of opportunities to develop and advance your career with one of the biggest and best employers in the Bay.
• Kiwisaver employer contribution of up to 5% after 6 months of employment!Access to free counselling and support services including EAP

ABOUT THE ROLE

As aMechanical Fitter,you will work with our manufacturing teams to deliver a safe and reliable plant. Your primary role will involve:

• Maintaining the reliability of our fixed plant and equipment at our Mount Maunganui manufacturing site.
• Working with production, distribution, technical and external contractors, to work on improvements and preventative maintenance.
• Respond and take ownership of maintenance tasks and source all resources to complete the work.
• Deliver quality solutions that enable the production teams to produce a consistent supply of quality product.

Please Note: This role is primarily a daytime role, however there is a shared requirement for rostered weekends and after hours work including call outs to provide maximum plant availability.

ABOUT YOU

We are keen to hear from individuals that are excited about and can contribute to, a positive team environment. You know how to have a laugh but get the work done and you are flexible and adaptable to changing work demands. You also:

We are big on Health and Safety as we know we all have a collective effort in helping to get each other home safe.

• Have a strong commitment to the health and safety of yourself, your team and the environment
• Hold a Mechanical Trade Certificate or equivalent and a practical understanding of RCA principles
• The ability to plan, organise, prioritise and meet agreed deadlines
• A good level of physical fitness and ability to work with heavy machinery
• Practical knowledge and understanding in the use of a CMMS, SAP experience will be an advantage

ABOUT US

We're a 100% kiwi-owned cooperative and committed to working alongside our communities and customers to create a strong, sustainable future for all New Zealanders.

And we aren't just about fertiliser. We offer a range of science-based nutrient products, services, and advice tailored specifically for our farmers and growers. It's important to us that they can count on us to deliver the productivity and results they need both on and off-farm, while minimising their environmental footprint.

We're a down-to-earth bunch with passion for what we do and how we do it. We work together as a team and our culture is built upon the foundations of our Values - Bravery, Honesty, Connection and Imagination. Our team knows what it means to get a good days work done and we love to reward them for it. In our team, the laughter always flows and the BBQ is always hot!

We believe that by helping you reach your potential we'll reach ours. We're proud of where we've come from, excited about what we're doing, and passionate about where we're going. We'd love to have you join us on our journey to an even greater future.

Apply online for this role or contact Ballance Recruiting for more information.

Ballance Agri-Nutrients is an important part of the New Zealand food story, helping farmers and growers to feed the world with world-class nutrient dense food.

We are a nationwide, 100% kiwi-owned cooperative, with a team of 850 people who are committed to working with our customers to create a strong sustainable future for all New Zealanders.

And we aren't just about fertiliser. Our ‘Ballance with Nature’ promise means we work with farmers and growers to help them use their natural resources to farm productively, while being guided by knowledge underpinned by science.

We believe that growth doesn’t just happen on our farms – it happens in our business too, and by helping you reach your potential, we’ll reach ours too!

We recently launched our industry leading COWS programme (Care, Ownership, Wellbeing and Safety) which every employee gets an opportunity to participate in. It’s the foundation for the way we work and the way we show up for ourselves and our workmates every day.

In-line with our values of Bravery, Honesty, Connections, and Imagination - COWS makes it okay to be human and authentically yourself.

We’re proud of where we’ve come from, excited about what we’re doing and passionate about where we’re going, and we would love for you to join us – “Together, creating the best soil and food on earth.”

Ballance offers a range of careers across all of Aotearoa. From entry level to expert, we have something for everyone. Grow your career with us