Field Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician – Join a Leading Energy Company in Christchurch

Are you a skilled Mechanical Technician/Engineer ready to make a real impact? Our client, one of New Zealand’s most trusted and long-established International Energy Companies, is seeking a dedicated Maintenance Technician to join their Christchurch Bulk Fuel Terminal team. This pivotal role ensures that terminal operations run smoothly, safely, and efficiently, playing a key part in maintaining critical infrastructure that serves the nation.

As a Maintenance Technician, you will take charge of both preventative and reactive maintenance across a range of plant equipment, supporting operational needs as required. This role offers an exceptional opportunity to develop your career within the energy sector, backed by a company with over 120 years of presence in New Zealand. Whether you’re experienced in oil and gas or eager to break into the industry, your mechanical aptitude, commitment to health and safety, and proactive attitude will drive your success here.

Qualifications and Experience Requirements:

• Mechanical trade qualification (essential)
• Strong commitment to Health & Safety principles and ability to promote a safety-first culture
• Proficient written and verbal communication skills
• Functional computer literacy to update and monitor maintenance records
• Ability to work in a team environment and adapt to ad-hoc working hours and outdoor conditions
• Experience with pumps, tanks, pipework, or tank farm asset maintenance is advantageous
• Understanding of product movement within bulk fuel terminals is beneficial
• Exposure to operations with marine activities, such as tankers and bunkering, is a plus
• Ability to liaise confidently with contractors and act as a site contact
• Previous experience working within industrial or bulk fuel asset environments preferred but not mandatory
• Flexibility to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Willingness to work ad-hoc hours as operational needs arise
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and learning

Take the next step in your career with a globally recognised leader in energy. If you’re ready to grow your skills, contribute to critical infrastructure, and be part of an industry-leading team, apply now to join this thriving operation in Christchurch.

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.