Maintenance Engineer

General Farm Maintenance 

We’re on the lookout for an experienced Maintenance Engineer to join our client based on a pig farm in near Te Awamutu. This is a hands-on role suited to someone with a strong mechanical background who can keep essential farm systems running smoothly and respond quickly when issues arise.

Location: near Te Awamutu
Start date: Immediate start available
Pay rate: $32–$36 per hour (paid weekly)

The Role You’ll be responsible for maintaining and repairing key farm infrastructure and equipment to ensure smooth day-to-day operations and high standards of animal welfare.
Your duties will include:

• Maintaining and repairing feeding, watering, ventilation, and waste systems
• Servicing farm machinery, pumps, and generators
• Troubleshooting electrical and mechanical faults
• Carrying out building and pen repairs
• Following preventative maintenance schedules
• Responding quickly to breakdowns to protect animal welfare
• Ensuring health & safety and biosecurity compliance

What We’re Looking For

• Strong mechanical background
• General welding and repair skills
• Electrical experience (a big bonus)
• Previous plumbing experience (beneficial)
• Ability to work independently and manage maintenance priorities

What’s In It For You

• On-site parking
• Weekly pay
• Potential for ongoing work
• Competitive hourly rate based on experience

About Tradestaff Why work with Tradestaff?
We’re a trusted recruitment partner with over 3 decades of experience in matching skilled tradies with great opportunities. We’re also proud members of the Recruitment & Consulting Services Association (RCSA) of Australia and New Zealand, which means we’re committed to high standards and ethical practices.
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