Apprentice Maintenance Fitter
Full-time Not ApplicableJob Overview
He angituutanga: The opportunity
Become Hamilton City Council’s Next Apprentice Maintenance Fitter!
Whether you’re starting your career or looking for a change, this is your chance to join a team that keeps our city running. We’re seeking a motivated and reliable Apprentice Maintenance Fitter to join our Maintenance Delivery team at our water and wastewater treatment plants.
Why This Opportunity Stands Out:
- Earn While You Learn – We’ll cover the cost of your National Certificate in Mechanical Engineering while you gain practical, hands-on experience.
- Secure, Long-Term Career – Work for a trusted organisation with strong job stability and growth opportunities.
- Real Skills, Real Impact – From pump maintenance to welding and fabrication, you’ll learn skills that matter.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Routine inspections and maintenance to keep our plants operating.
- Mechanical repairs, rotating equipment servicing, welding, fabrication, and basic machining.
- Using technology to record work and maintain accurate documentation.
Who We’re Looking For:
- Minimum NCEA Level 2 (or equivalent experience) and a full NZ driver’s licence.
- A practical mindset and a passion for understanding how things work.
- Basic knowledge of mechanical tools and equipment.
- Resilience, self-motivation, and commitment to completing your qualification.
Perfect For You If:
- You’re a school leaver or already part completed some of your studies
- You’re a career changer looking for a hands-on role with training provided.
- You enjoy problem-solving and want to learn new skills in a supportive environment.
Not For You If:
- You’re not comfortable working with wastewater or confined spaces.
- You can’t commit to completing your qualification or being on call.
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