Are you a skilled tradesperson ready to take your mechanical expertise to the next level? RobLawMax Recruitment, in partnership with Lyttelton Engineering, offers an exciting opportunity for experienced Mechanical Fitters, Turners, and Machinists. This role is based at the Lyttelton dockside workshops in Christchurch, where you’ll be part of a dedicated team supporting one of the region’s leading marine and industrial engineering firms.
Since 1953, Lyttelton Engineering has played a pivotal role in the Port of Lyttelton, specialising in ship repair, steel fabrication, boiler manufacture and servicing, and pressure vessel maintenance. With growing demand and ongoing projects, the company is now expanding its team to include multiple experienced mechanical professionals.
This full-time, permanent position offers both stability and variety. Occasionally, you’ll be deployed on short-term projects across New Zealand, with all travel-related expenses and allowances fully covered.
Summary
- Company: Lyttelton Engineering (recruitment by RobLawMax)
- Location: Christchurch City, Canterbury, New Zealand
- Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
- Salary: Not specified; includes overtime at time-and-a-half, double time, tool allowances, and overnight travel allowances
Job Requirements
To be considered for this role, you must:
- Hold a trade qualification in mechanical fitting, machining, or turning
- Have at least 3 years of hands-on experience in a jobbing workshop or similar environment
- Be familiar with ship repair and boiler/pressure vessel maintenance
- Be comfortable working independently as well as collaboratively
- Have solid experience in manual machining (lathes, milling machines, drills, etc.)
- Be a New Zealand Citizen or Permanent Resident
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct small batch or one-off machining of metal components
- Maintain and repair ship propulsion systems, auxiliary engines, and hydraulic systems
- Inspect and service process heat plant boilers and pressure vessels
- Assemble newly fabricated equipment and plant systems
- Take part in on-site installations for large-scale heat plant projects
- Provide routine and emergency maintenance at customer facilities
What You’ll Get
- Guaranteed 40 hours per week with excellent employment conditions
- Overtime opportunities, paid at premium rates (time-and-a-half and double time)
- Tool and overnight allowances for off-site work
- Work with a company that values safety, technical excellence, and team growth
- Join a supportive, skilled, and close-knit team environment
Application Deadline
There is no specified deadline, so early applications are strongly encouraged.
How To Apply
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