Mechanical Trades Assistant - Power Farming Canter

About the Company At Power Farming Canterbury, we pride ourselves on being a locally owned business and a key player in the Power Farming New Zealand network, which also extends into Australia and the USA. With over 75 years of experience, we are recognized as New Zealand's leading privately owned importer and distributor of tractors and agricultural equipment. Our success is driven by our commitment to growth—both for our organization and our people. We embrace a collaborative culture where we work together to achieve results, always prioritizing the customer experience. About the Role We are excited to offer a unique opportunity for an entry-level Mechanical Trades Assistant within one of the country's highest performing service departments. This permanent, full-time position is based at our Power Farming Canterbury branch in Rolleston. Reporting to the Service Manager, you will play a vital role in the assembly, repair, and refurbishment of new and used tractors, agricultural machinery, and construction equipment. Your responsibilities will include: - Renovating, refurbishing, and maintaining machinery and equipment accepted for service - Supporting the service department as needed in your regular responsibilities - Utilizing computers to access service and parts information, as well as downloading data from onboard computers in heavy machinery - Dismantling and rebuilding machine components to manufacturer specifications - Ensuring that all administrative functions are completed accurately and on time - Collaborating with other departments to meet production and workflow deadlines Requirements To be successful in this role, you will need: - A qualification in automotive heavy engineering or diesel mechanics - Strong diagnostic skills and a good understanding of electronics and hydraulics to effectively dismantle and rebuild machine components - A proven background in agricultural or construction machinery - Effective communication skills to liaise with individuals at all levels and manage customer expectations - A good level of physical fitness Benefits We offer a supportive environment that fosters growth and development, with multiple career pathways available within our nationwide network or National Support Office. Additional benefits include: - A weekly tool allowance - Generous overtime opportunities - Long service leave and company purchasing privileges - Free access to confidential counseling and coaching through our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) - The chance to work with world-class brands of machinery and equipment, including Deutz Fahr, JCB, McHale, Kioti, Kverneland, Fliegl, and more How to Apply If you are ready to advance your career in a dynamic and supportive organization, we encourage you to apply online through our career website at Power Farming Careers. For more information about this opportunity, please contact Brad Fisher at +64 27 507 1018. Please note that we are committed to maintaining a safe working environment for everyone. As such, all successful applicants will be required to complete a pre-employment drug, alcohol, and health check prior to starting employment. If you require support with this process, please do not hesitate to reach out to our team. Applications close on 20 September 2025.