Maintenance Fitters

Multiple Maintenance Fitter roles with established engineering team. Join Kiwi owned Ballance in their busy, expanding Invercargill site

INVERCARGILL SITE BASED ROLE: BALLANCE AGRI-NUTRIENTS

MAINTENANCE FITTER, Monday - Friday with occasional Saturday

BALLANCE AGRI-NUTRIENTS - ABOUT US

We are a passionate bunch and we love what we do. We don't just talk-the-talk, we walk-the-walk so if you align to our values of honesty, connection, bravery and imagination, come and make your place with us “Together, creating the best soil and food on Earth”. It’s a big ambition but we can’t think of a better one for the good of our customers and our country and we'd love for you to join us!

THE ROLE – Maintenance Fitter

This position is critical for ensuring the sound operation of the manufacturing assets. You will be responsible for trouble-shooting and problem-solving faults quickly to minimise downtime. You will execute planned, preventative & corrective maintenance tasks in accordance with planning & scheduling practice.

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE/ BE EXPERIENCED IN:

• Relevant Level 4 Qualification (Maintenance & Diagnostics, Fitter/Turner etc) or
• Min. 2 yrs experience maintenance engineering in a manufacturing site
• Working with the Maintenance Planner to plan future work
• Maintaining & repairing pumps, conveyors, bearings & shafts
• Machining & welding components as required
• Installing, aligning & assembling mechanical equipment & drive assemblies
• Troubleshooting & replacing worn or damaged components
• Applying precision maintenance tactics to maintain fixed plant assets & equipment through planned Preventative & Corrective maintenance
• Working with site Reliability, Production & National Support teams to eliminate defects, drive availability improvements & extend asset lifecycles
• Current NZ Work Visa/ Residency/ Citizenship

THE REWARDS - WHY BALLANCE?

Rewarding the great work of our team is important, which is why we offer a range of benefits for you and your family including:

• Competitive remuneration package: $90,000 - 110,000 p/a depending on experience
• Stability in a permanent role
• Relocation assistance where necessary
• Free Life, Income and Trauma Insurance
• Medical Insurance
• A company that is committed to your learning and development
• Access to free counselling and support services

If this sounds like you and your next career move then please APPLY NOW with current CV, proof of NZ Work Rights & details of Trade Certification

Applications close 5pm, Friday 17th July 2026. Don’t delay, make sure you apply as soon as possible as we will be reviewing applications as they come in Pay: $90000 - $110000 Insurances & competitive salary Annually