Mechanical Technician, Christchurch

Pūhanga Matū, Tukanga | Department of Chemical and Process Engineering Located in Ōtautahi | Christchurch, Aotearoa | New Zealand Full-time 37.5 hours per week (1.0 FTE) Continuing (permanent) position Generous annual leave provisions and professional development opportunities Kia hiwa rā, kia hiwa rā!He hiahia, he pūkenga nōu ki te mahi a te Mechanical Technician? Nāia te pōwhiri nā Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha kia tono mai i te tūranga nei. Āu Mahi | What You Will Do We're seeking a hands-on and highly skilled Mechanical Technician to support teaching and research in the Department of Chemical and Process Engineering. Your role involves applying your trade knowledge to design, build, maintain, and modify equipment used in labs, workshops, and industry. Whether fabricating apparatus, guiding students, maintaining equipment, or assisting in courses, your expertise is vital. If you enjoy technicalproblem-solving, working with diverse materials and machinery, and supporting future engineers in a collaborative environment — we'd love to hear from you!Mōu | Who You Are Skills You should have at least 7+ years of relevant trade experience in complex environments, including technical design skills, and have: Advanced trade skills (e.g., Fitting and Turning, Toolmaking, Machining) Ability to machine and weld various materials to precise tolerancesHigh-quality fabricating skills (e.g., woodworking, pipework, assembly) Proficiency in welding metals (Arc, Mig, Tig, Spot, Oxy-acetylene) Experience maintaining laboratory, workshop, and teaching equipment A current full Driver's License (NZ, manual transmission) Trade Certification at NZQA Level 4 or equivalentAlignment with our values and a positive, inclusive work approach Mahi Ngātahi | Who You Will Work With The Department of Chemical and Process Engineering aims to improve the world through better production and manufacturing. We strive to enhance our teaching and research by attracting skilled staff, expanding facilities, and serving the engineering community and society.For more about our School and team, visit our website . Ngā Painga o UC | Why UC Our values—manaakitanga, whanaungatanga, and tiakitanga—guide our actions, emphasizing care and support for our community. UC is dedicated to accessible education, community service, and talent development, regardless of background. We offer flexible work, study opportunities, and generous benefits. More info at our benefits page .The closing date is 18 May 2025 (midnight NZ time). Applications will be reviewed after this date. Pēhea te tono mai | How You Apply Apply via our careers website with a cover letter and resume. Direct questions to . Applicants must have NZ or Australian citizenship/permanent residency or hold a valid work visa and be in NZ.#J-18808-Ljbffr