Maintenance Fitter

jnl· Mechanical Workshop (Wairarapa Mill)
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📍 Masterton, Wairarapa, New ZealandFulltime

About this role

We are currently seeking an experienced maintenance Fitter who is on the lookout for a role working within a supportive and close-knit team, within a progressive and growing company.

 

Working for JNL you will be part of one of the Wairarapa’s largest employers, your primary role will be to ensure the scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on manufacturing equipment.

 

This is a hands on role maintaining equipment, finding the cause of unscheduled stoppages and completing repairs in an efficient timely manner. You will also support improvement programmes & share your ideas on improvements in a large manufacturing setting. 

 

This position is a dayshift role.



What you can expect from us

 

Working for us you'll have excellent training opportunities, a Super Scheme with very generous employer contributions, an onsite cafe, plenty of free parking and a great working environment which is extremely health and safety conscious. Among other things we also offer free annual flu vaccinations, Bi-annual medical and Hearing tests, EAP support services and a very active social club.

 

We are able to offer competitive remuneration and benefits and a career path to future management roles if this is the track you would like to take.

 

What we need from you

You will have experience as a Mechanical Engineer.  Experience in an industrial environment would be an advantage but is in no way essential, as long as you have an understanding of the nature of the industry and an interest in it.



You will have a well-rounded knowledge in engineering maintenance, with the ability to be able to make decisions autonomously when required.

 

Come join us

If this sounds like something you would be interested in, then we look forward to receiving your application. 

 

JNL is committed to a drug and alcohol free workplace. In-line with our stringent health and safety standards, the successful applicant will be required to undertake pre-employment drug and medical tests, as well as a criminal record check.

 

Applicants must have;

  • New Zealand Certificate in Mechanical and Maintenance Engineering or equivalent qualification (at Level 4) or relevant experience
  • Welder Certification
  • Full NZ Class 1 Drivers License
  • F (forklift) Endorsement (an advantage but not essential)
  • NZ residency or a valid work permit.

 

Applications close: Friday, 20 April 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

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Where is the Maintenance Fitter position at jnl located?
This Maintenance Fitter role at jnl is based in Masterton, Wairarapa, New Zealand. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Maintenance Fitter role at jnl full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Fulltime position. It is posted as a Maintenance Fitter role in the Mechanical Workshop (Wairarapa Mill) department at jnl.
Which team or department does the Maintenance Fitter at jnl belong to?
This Maintenance Fitter position is part of the Mechanical Workshop (Wairarapa Mill) department at jnl. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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When was the Maintenance Fitter job at jnl posted?
This Maintenance Fitter position at jnl was posted on Mar 11, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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