Technical Assistant- Engineering

Ready to take your technical skills to the next level?

Are you an engineer looking to take the next step in your career? This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where your technical skills will make a real impact. Join a team that values practical contribution and supports your professional growth—even in the short term.

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As a global leader in Animal Health, Argenta is on the lookout for a Technical Assistant – Engineering to join our team for a 6-month fixed-term contract. This is a hands-on opportunity packed with learning, in an innovative, fast-paced environment that's shaping the future of animal health. 

About us: 

We are in the animal health business, partnering with our clients in the areas of Research and Development (R&D) and manufacturing to produce pharmaceuticals for both farm and companion animals.  Originally founded in 2006 by a New Zealand chemist with an entrepreneurial mindset, Argenta’s vision is “Healthier Animals, Sustainably”.  Our recipe for success has been our uniqueness in our vision and our people.  Argenta now has operations across 6 sites with locations in New Zealand, the United States, Scotland, Spain, and Germany with almost 500 employees globally. 

We are currently seeking a Technical Assistant – Engineering Support to play a key role in enhancing the efficiency of our maintenance operations and data management within the CMMS. In this role, you will support the engineering and maintenance teams by ensuring timely processing of work orders and purchase orders (POs), while also assisting with compliance and documentation-related activities.

Key responsibilities:

·        Process and close work orders in the CMMS system

·        Raise and close purchase orders (POs) to support engineering needs

·        Maintain and update equipment/instrument inventory records

·        Assist in equipment validation reviews and compliance checks

·        Support the upkeep of CMMS data (assets, calibration schedules, PM plans)

·        Ensure maintenance procedures meet operational and compliance standards

·        Collaborate with engineering, production, and quality teams on improvement initiatives

·        Provide documentation, data entry, and reporting support

·        Assist with spare parts inventory and external contractors on site

·        Contribute to preventive maintenance and calibration tasks

·        Prepare and manage weekly/monthly reports on breakdowns, PMs, and work orders

·        Conduct quarterly reviews of maintenance effectiveness

Desired Experience:

·        Experience in a technical or administrative support role within engineering/maintenance

·        Familiarity with CMMS software and data management

·        Basic understanding of maintenance, calibration, and equipment validation

·        Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills

·        Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel); SAP or CMMS (Plant Maintenance) experience a plus

·        Ability to prioritize, multitask, and meet deadlines

·        Strong communication and collaboration skills

·        Experience with spare part management

Please note that there will be a pre-employment medical completed as a condition of employment. This role is only open to those who already have the right to work in New Zealand. 

Why work with us?

On offer is an opportunity to work for a successful and rapidly expanding business where your input will be valued, your skills will be developed and you will be rewarded with a competitive hourly rate.

Perks of Joining Us:

We offer free onsite parking, participate in monthly recognition programs, and provide a welcome swag pack filled with exciting goodies as part of your onboarding experience.

We are committed to our values and developing our people, so if this opportunity excites you, please put together a cover letter which reflects why this role is of interest to you, attach your CV and apply today! 

Want to know more about Argenta? Visit our website www.argentaglobal.com