Engineering Workshop Manager

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey. We're seeking a hands-on Engineering Workshop Manager to lead our team and help drive projects to completion. This is a key role for an experienced tradesman/general engineer who enjoys a combination of leadership, customer engagement, planning, problem-solving, and time on the tools. You will lead from the front—supporting the engineering team, ensuring quality and compliance, managing jobs end-to-end, and helping develop apprentices through training and mentoring. Key responsibilities Work with customers to understand requirements and deliver practical, effective solutions Manage engineering jobs and projects from inception through to completion Plan, quote, organise, and oversee project delivery (including scheduling and coordination) Support day-to-day workshop operations and ensure work is completed to schedule Maintain quality control to ensure all work meets required standards Ensure compliance with food industry requirements and all relevant health and safety obligations Lead by example, troubleshoot issues, and resolve engineering and production problems Support, mentor, and train apprentices, helping build capability within the team About you Proven experience as a tradesman/general engineer (fitter turner experience preferred, but other engineering backgrounds considered) A solid understanding of engineering standards, quality expectations, and compliance requirements Strong leadership, organisational, and project management skills Excellent communication skills and a collaborative, team-first approach The ability to work independently, plan effectively, and troubleshoot under pressure Reliability, commitment to quality workmanship, and a hands-on mindset Food industry experience is ideal, but not essential You must have the right to work in New Zealand About us Total Engineering is a well-established, locally owned company based in East Tamaki. We specialise in high-quality machining, fabrication, and repair work, delivering reliable engineering solutions across a range of industries—with a strong focus on the food industry. Our engineering team ranges in size from 6 - 10 depending on projects in progress. Competitive remuneration based on skills and experience Opportunity for career growth with varied and interesting work A mix of workshop-based and site-based projects A supportive, collaborative team environment #J-18808-Ljbffr