What you will do

This position is responsible for the technical maintenance and repair of Aircraft Ground Support Equipment and NZDF specialist vehicles at RNZAF Base Woodbourne.

The main responsibilities of this role are:

• Managing workflow, resources and requirements for workshop tasks;
• Organising and prioritising maintenance tasks on all ground support equipment;
• Tracking and recording maintenance and servicing requirements within SAP;
• Ensuring technicians adhere to correct standards and procedures; and
• Providing technical supervision and oversight.

What we need

Along with significant experience as an Automotive Technician including the maintenance of heavy diesel vehicles, you'll have a good understanding of WOF and COF standards. Ideally you'll have workshop supervisory or leadership experience and are comfortable overseeing the work of others and making recommendations for improvements when required. A reasonable level of computer literacy and a full, clean drivers' license are also required.

As a highly effective communicator you'll be able to build sustainable working relationships and work successfully as part of the wider team.

Who we are

The Materiel Support Wing provides logistics support to Base Commander Woodbourne which includes the maintenance and repair of ground support equipment, including vehicles.

Every hour of every day, 365 days of the year, the New Zealand Defence Force is contributing to the defence, security and well-being of Aotearoa / New Zealand. As a modern, professional military, it is our goal to maintain well trained, equipped and disciplined armed forces that can react to crisis at short notice.

Why Us

NZDF is an inclusive organisation that is open to flexible working arrangements and welcomes applications from people regardless of gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, age, beliefs/opinions, or family circumstances.

In return for your expertise, dedication and hard work, NZDF is offering remuneration reflective of your experience, along with:

• Great benefits for you and your family;
• Full time ongoing work;
• Fully funded life cover up to $300,000;
• Discounts Handbook for selected retail, entertainment and service providers;
• 5 weeks annual leave per year;
• Opportunities to upskill, on the job training is provided.
• Opportunities for career development.

How to Apply

To view the Position Description and to Apply, please use the links on this page. For further information, contact Allister Leach on 021 159 0678.

Please note:

• The NZ Government has announced COVID-19 vaccine mandates covering all employees of the NZDF. Under the mandate, in order to be eligible to work within the NZDF, all staff are required to have received the first dose of the vaccine by 17 January 2022, and the second dose by 1 March 2022, and proof of your vaccination status will be required.
• Applicants will be required to undergo a pre-employment drug screening test prior to any offer of employment being made.
• If you are an existing NZDF employee (excluding contractors) you must apply through our Internal Vacancies site, via the HR Toolkit.

Applications close on Monday 7 February 2022.

Please note: Applicants must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand (NZ) and be able to obtain and maintain the required level of NZ Government security clearance for the position applied for. The minimum citizenship and residency criteria for security clearances to be granted by the NZ Defence Force are as follows:

Low level Security Clearance

• most preferably a NZ citizen, who has resided in this country continuously for at least the last five years, OR
• is a citizen of, and/or has resided continuously in one or more of the following countries for the last five years: either Australia, Canada, NZ, the United Kingdom (UK) or the United States of America (USA); and has a background history that is verifiable and can be assessed as appropriate by the NZ Security Intelligence Service (NZSIS) towards a recommendation of suitability for a security clearance at this level.

If you do not meet these minimum criteria, we will not be able to accept your application.