Mechanical Fitter

2 weeks ago

Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand Port Otago Limited Full time

Mechanical Fitter
Port Otago Group's business comprises a regional container terminal, bulk port activities, cruise and property investment and development. We service South Canterbury, Otago, and Southland, working with customers to streamline their supply chains. Our culture is hands-on, safety focused and encourages continuous improvement.

Port Otago has a rare opportunity for a suitably experienced Mechanical Fitter to work within our Maintenance team.

Things you should know about the job:

Our Maintenance team provides electrical and mechanical maintenance support within Port Otago, across a range of assets, Ship to Shore Cranes and their associated lifting equipment, all our mobile fleet including our straddle carriers, empty handlers and a range of marine, fixed plant and ancillary equipment.

This is a unique and challenging opportunity for a qualified and technically capable Mechanical Fitter to join this team on a Permanent full-time basis.


As a Mechanical Fitter you will be responsible for completing a full range of safe maintenance and servicing activities on all our Port Otago assets.

You will be carrying out preventative maintenance from detailed task documentation including regular equipment servicing and inspections, repairing identified defects, conducting modern diagnostic fault finding and working unsupervised.

There are also opportunities to assist with equipment upgrades, not just installation and commissioning but also to provide input for the design and build.


This is an irregular-shift role working on a 5/7 basis within a team providing 24-hour technical support to Container Vessel operation activities based on shipping schedules and planned maintenance activities.


You will have the following Key Attributes:

  • Qualification in a fitting trade is essential
  • Qualifications/Experience in Auto Electrical and PLC diagnostics would be highly desirable
  • General machining and welding experience is desirable
  • Fitting experience on fixed plant in heavy industry and heavy mobile
  • Experience with maintaining heavy mobile and fixed plant in heavy industry
  • Structured technical problemsolving abilities using root cause methodology
  • Knowledge of working with modern maintenance management systems
  • Ability to provide detailed written & verbal shift handover details and work history
  • Knowledge of computerised systems. E.g., Windows, Maximo and Microsoft Office.
  • Demonstrate an ability to achieve results within a performance focused team
  • Experience in working at height and the safe use of elevated work platforms and fall restraint systems.

Health & Safety Requirements:

  • A true passion for Health & Safety with an excellent health and safety record and not be afraid to speak up
  • Can demonstrate a safe work history in a related heavy industry and commitment to Zero Harm
  • Knowledge of risk analysis, lock out tag out processes, take 5, permit to work, and hazard identification.

What's in it for you?


In return, you can look forward to a competitive salary, 5 weeks annual leave, and working for an organisation which prides itself on ongoing Health and Wellness initiatives and having a collaborative work environment which encourages people to be as great as they can be.


You will also be entitled to comprehensive health insurance cover for you, your partner, and dependent children (valued at approx $3,700 per annum) as well as the ability to have your superannuation matched up to 7% after 6 months service.


Heads up:

  • You must be able to pass Ministry of Justice, ACC checks and a medical which includes a drug and alcohol test as part of our recruitment process
  • We complete random drug and alcohol testing

How do I apply?
Applications close
5pm Sunday 22nd January 2023

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