Maintenance Engineer

Food and Beverage Processing & Packaging Equipment Salary: $75,000–$85,000, plus company vehicle, laptop and mobile phone Christchurch-based role with company vehicle, laptop and mobile phone Varied install, service, commissioning and fault-finding work International equipment brands, manufacturer training and travel opportunities Enjoy variety, travel and real problem-solving? This is a hands‑on maintenance engineering role for someone who likes keeping machinery running, finding faults, supporting customers and working with quality equipment. Viniquip is looking for a practical Maintenance Engineer to join our Christchurch‑based team, supporting food and beverage processing and packaging equipment across New Zealand, Australia and the South Pacific. You’ll work across installation, servicing, commissioning, preventative maintenance and breakdown support, with direct access to manufacturer knowledge and a team that values practical engineering experience. If you’re looking for more variety than a standard site‑based maintenance role, this opportunity offers interesting customer sites, respected international brands, and the lifestyle benefits of living in Christchurch. The Role Install, commission and service food and beverage processing and packaging equipment Diagnose mechanical faults and carry out practical repairs and adjustments Complete preventative maintenance, inspections and breakdown support Support customers on‑site and remotely with clear, practical technical advice Work with overseas manufacturers for technical support, parts information and training Travel for customer work throughout New Zealand, Australia and the South Pacific About You Maintenance engineering, mechanical fitting, service technician or industrial machinery experience Strong practical fault‑finding skills and confidence working around machinery Able to work independently, manage customer sites and follow jobs through to a high standard Good communicator who can explain technical issues clearly to customers and teammates Curious, practical and keen to keep learning specialist machinery Full New Zealand driver's licence Willing and able to travel as part of the role What Makes This a Good Move More variety than a typical single‑site maintenance role Hands‑on work across installs, servicing, commissioning, troubleshooting and customer support Quality machinery from respected international processing and packaging equipment brands Manufacturer training and support to build specialist technical knowledge Small, practical team where your experience, judgement and ideas matter A role with customer contact, travel and room to grow your capability Why Christchurch? Live in a growing South Island city with a strong work‑life balance Enjoy easy access to beaches, the Port Hills, mountain biking, hiking and ski fields A great base for travel around New Zealand, Australia and the South Pacific A practical, down‑to‑earth city with plenty of room to build your career and lifestyle What We Offer Company vehicle, laptop and mobile phone Manufacturer training and support from an experienced technical team Interesting customer sites and exposure to different equipment and industries Travel opportunities across New Zealand, Australia and the South Pacific #J-18808-Ljbffr