Fitter Turner / Toolmaker / Senior Technician

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

We are looking for a trade qualified, self-motivated engineer to provide specialist support in the prototype manufacturing of high precision components for research and teaching purposes.

Our work involves the manufacture of research and teaching equipment where you will have the chance to use your skills to build and develop prototype engineering and scientific equipment.

Working with minimal supervision or as part of a team you will find the work rewarding, interesting, and varied. You will have the opportunity to work with a wide variety of materials and machinery. Sound design skills and the ability to problem solve will allow you to develop unique solutions to some of the challenges you will face.

The successful candidate will have both top quality machining skills along with an ability to fabricate components also being advantageous.

We offer a 37.5 hour work week, a well-equipped modern workshop with excellent working conditions and strong workplace Health and Safety compliance.

This is a full-time, 37.5 hours per week, permanent role. The salary range for this role is $68,600 -  $87,500 per annum depending on experience and qualifications.

For more detailed information on the role accountabilities and requirements, please review this position description.

Please note that the role is internally known as Senior Technician.

 

Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland

The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading university. We employ more than 5400 academic and professional staff to support over 41,000 students, making us one of NZ’s largest employers.  

The Faculty of Engineering is committed to creating an environment where people thrive and contribute to improving the quality of life in national and global communities, as well as enhancing the wealth creation of the nation, through excellence in teaching, research and service.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer

The University of Auckland is New Zealand's leading University and maintains significant computational, laboratory, and analytic facilities. Auckland is frequently rated as one of the world's most liveable cities. 

The University is committed to providing an excellent working environment through the following:

• Flexible employment practices (including working from home and flexible hours)
• Up to 6.75% company superannuation scheme
• A competitive salary with five weeks' annual leave

In addition, we also offer career development programs, discounted car parking, a generous parental leave allowance, childcare, and other discounts on internal and external services. 

For more information, please visit Staff Benefits.

 

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

Applications must be submitted online by the closing date of 31/05/2024 to be considered. Please include your cover letter and CV highlighting how you can meet the abovementioned skills and experiences.

Please note that we may close the advert earlier if we find a suitable candidate.

Please reach out to Gary Brant via [email protected] for a confidential conversation. Please note we are happy to answer your questions, but we do not accept applications by email.

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Equity

The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment.  For further information on services for Māori, Pacific, women, LGBTQIATakatāpuiMVPFAFF+, people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other personal circumstances go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz

The University is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment where everyone can thrive. For further information see Te Ara Tautika | the Equity Policy and visit www.equity.auckland.ac.nz