Mechanical Fitter

Mechanical Fitter

Job description

The ideal candidate will have an ability to create and maintain a safe & efficient system of operation to support the business needs. The candidate should be comfortable multitasking and working cross-functionally with different business units. You must have previous experience in the engineering field.

The role

In this key role you will be responsible for the operational delivery of Progressive Group's service & manufacturing.  Our work involves engineering, hydraulics, electronics and mechanical design of bespoke systems and precision equipment.  You will carry out service, assembly, installation & production of a diverse range of equipment. You will champion safety and efficiency and lead by example.

You will interact with our Design Office to give feed back on designs and resolve any mechanical issues that are identified

You may work on site carrying out installation and commissioning of bespoke systems we have designed for the renewable energy sector including hydro power and geothermal energy systems.  This will involve working away from our base at times.

Responsibilities

• All aspects of H&S in the workshop and on site
• Establish and maintain operational standards for accuracy, productivity and reliability
• Ensure your workplace is always safe, clean & tidy
• Ensure all products are assembled and tested correctly with our Quality procedures
• Read & interpret drawings and relay this information to our team
• Assemble & Test R&D projects
• Work harmoniously with all members of our team
• Installation & commissioning of renewable energy projects

About you

You will have a proven record of putting people first by providing decisive and inclusive leadership to deliver exceptional outcomes. You will also have:

• Experience in manufacturing and production, engineering related
• Able to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Able to work quickly and efficiently
• Proven knowledge and focus on health and safety of yourself and others
• Project management and operational talent that delivers excellent outcomes
• High self-motivation with a collaborative style that grows others while developing the business
• Desire to grow and develop
• Thrive in a fast paced environment

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a similar role involving mechanical fitting / fabrication
• NZQA level 3 in Engineering related studies
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Strong ability to multitask
• Proven track record related to engineering

About us

Progressive Group is a Hamilton, NZ based Engineering group with a focus on integrating fabrication, electronics and hydraulics to produce world class products and services. As a privately owned business established for over 32 years, we have built an industry reputation that is held in high regard. We operate a safe, clean, modern workshop with multiple overhead cranes and specialist equipment to enhance safety and productivity We have a high-performance culture that values our people and provides rewards for effort and success.  Zero Waste and Sustainability are at the core of everything we do, with several awards that reflect our commitment.

We have an experienced in-house design team utilising Solid Works and PDM. We design and build projects in the renewable energy sector. We design, manufacture and export our SharpGrade grading attachments, the recognised leaders in automated grading attachments.  We supply direct into the NZ market, where we develop new products for the international market.

We have a dedicated warehouse and assembly facility in Ohio, USA, which supports our US and Canadian dealers.  We also have dealers in Australia, Europe, and the UK.

We supply some of the largest equipment dealers in the world and work closely with them to continually improve our products and push the boundaries of precision grading.

We have several new products in the development phase, which will further enhance our position in the industry.

We work with the largest energy providers in NZ and have multiple projects in the pipeline involving a varied cross section of work.

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