Te Awamutu - Service Technician - Agriculture
Giltrap AgriZone (GAZ) is one of New Zealand's largest and most respected agricultural machinery dealerships, and we're looking for passionate and skilled Service Technicians to join our dedicated team. As a privately owned and operated family business, we’re known for delivering exceptional customer service and quality solutions to farmers and rural contractors across the country.
We have exciting opportunities for both Field and Workshop Service Technicians to become part of our high-performing team in Cambridge. With a strong commitment to continuous training and development, we offer an environment where your expertise is valued, and your growth is supported.
What We Offer:- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- A well-established, knowledgeable team that’s committed to your success.
- Ongoing training to stay ahead with the latest agricultural machinery and technology.
- A diverse and rewarding role where every day presents new challenges and opportunities.
- A supportive and friendly work environment, with plenty of opportunity for personal and professional development.
As a Service Technician at GAZ, you’ll have the opportunity to work on a range of cutting-edge machinery, including Case IH, New Holland, Giltrap Engineering, Manitou, and Hustler to name a few. You’ll be responsible for diagnosing and servicing agricultural tractors, harvesting equipment, and farm machinery – both in the field and in the workshop.
Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:- Diagnosing and fault-finding using advanced diagnostic equipment.
- Providing exceptional customer service while working independently in the field or as part of the workshop team.
- Ensuring high standards of workmanship, including accurate reporting and paperwork completion.
- Problem-solving and taking a methodical approach to each task.
- Keeping up with training and developing expertise in modern tractor systems and electronics.
- Service work experience, preferably with agricultural tractors and machinery.
- Qualified diesel/heavy machinery Technician, or an auto mechanic with a willingness to learn the agricultural industry.
- Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills, with the ability to use diagnostic equipment (training provided on new systems).
- A customer-centric approach and the ability to deliver high-level service.
- Excellent communication skills, a strong work ethic, and maturity in handling tasks.
- Experience with forage harvesters is a bonus but not essential.
If you’re passionate about machinery, eager to continue learning, and excited to be part of a family-owned business that values quality, customer service, and innovation, we’d love to hear from you!
Apply today by sending your CV and cover letter to Michael Ritch on 027 449 5179 or apply online at hr@gaz.co.nz.
Giltrap AgriZone are an Accredited Employer with INZ and encourage applicants from overseas with a Certificate at NZQF Level 4, or higher qualification (Qualified Diesel Mechanic), which includes the credit and knowledge requirements of the NZ Certificate in Heavy Automotive Engineering (NZQF Level 4).