Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand · On-site
$100k–$120k/yr
Join our evolving team of creative problem solvers! Our Canterbury Street facility is where ideas become real - where we prototype, test, and push systems to their limits across adventure recreation, construction, transp…
Skills: Facility Operations, Workshop Management, Preventive Maintenance, CNC Machining, Fabrication
Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand · On-site
$100k–$120k/yr
Join our evolving team of creative problem solvers! At Holmes Solutions, we work on a wide variety of projects that challenge conventional thinking. From structural and mechanical test systems to complex prototype develo…
Skills: Prototype Fabrication, Mechanical Testing, Manual Machining, Welding, CNC Machining
Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand • On-site
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The role involves managing the readiness, safety, and organization of the workshop and fabrication areas, including the maintenance of CNC machines and test equipment. It also requires coaching staff on safe work practices and coordinating with stakeholders to ensure project efficiency.
Candidates should have broad hands-on experience in a technical facility or manufacturing environment with strong knowledge of fabrication and asset care. A Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or a mechanical trade qualification is preferred.
Our Canterbury Street facility is where ideas become real - where we prototype, test, and push systems to their limits across adventure recreation, construction, transport, and industrial product development.
We're looking for a Senior Technician to help shape and maintain this environment, with real scope to make an impact. In this varied, hands-on role, you'll take ownership of our workshop and fabrication areas, keeping the facility safe, organised, and running at its best.
If you're passionate about advancing a high-functioning technical environment and helping those around you achieve their best, we'd love to hear from you!
This is a permanent, full-time role based on-site in Christchurch. Occasional travel may be required in support of project work, both within New Zealand and internationally.
What you'll be responsible for:
Maintaining facility readiness - workshop layout, tooling, consumables, stores, and equipment availability. This includes leading the coordination of repair, servicing, and preventive maintenance across workshop and test equipment, including CNC machines, fabrication, instrumentation, data acquisition hardware, and test machines.
Managing asset registers, service records, calibration schedules, fault logs, and critical spares inventory - keeping information current and accessible. Alongside this, developing SOPs, work instructions, and practical knowledge resources that support consistent, safe operation across the facility.
Coaching engineers, technicians, and student interns in equipment use and safe work practices - leading by example, supporting competency development, and helping people grow in their roles.
Maintaining active communication with engineers, technicians, suppliers, contractors, and facility stakeholders to keep issues visible, resolve blockers early, and help projects move forward without unnecessary downtime.
Supporting procurement of tools, spares, consumables, and capital equipment, tracking maintenance backlog, and driving continuous improvement in facility efficiency, reliability, safety, usability, and 5S-style organisation.
Hands-on project work, the amount of this will vary from time to time depending on workload and as your specific skills and experience are required.
What you'll bring:
To thrive in our flexible, dynamic team, you'll take ownership of your work, enjoy contributing ideas, and have confidence to challenge the status quo. You're comfortable making independent decisions and embrace uncertainty and change as opportunities rather than obstacles.
The ability and passion to coach others, support training, and help build consistent ways of working - you lead by example and bring others along with you.
A critical thinking mindset, great communication skills and a proactive approach to safety, housekeeping, and operational discipline.
Broad hands-on experience in a workshop, testing, manufacturing, or technical facility environment.
Strong practical knowledge of workshop equipment, fabrication processes, and technical asset care, alongside a methodical, detail-oriented approach to organisation and documentation.
Experience coordinating maintenance, calibration, tooling, stores, and equipment readiness, with the ability to manage competing priorities and follow issues through to resolution.
Familiarity with technical test equipment such as load cells, sensors, data loggers, or electronic controlled test machines would be a genuine advantage.
A Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical), a mechanical trade qualification, or equivalent practical experience would also be an advantage.
About Holmes Solutions
We work with international clients in many industries including adventure recreation, construction, and roadside hardware. We cover everything from ideation and R&D, to testing, compliance and accreditation. It’s fair to say there’s never a dull moment in our design hub!
Why join Holmes Solutions?
We're a close-knit team that values innovation, practical thinking, knowledge-sharing, and work-life balance. We believe in taking care of our people. Here's a snapshot of what you can look forward to:
Financial - Competitive salary (commensurate with experience), KiwiSaver, profit share bonus, annual leave, and sick pay.
Health & Wellbeing - Medical insurance for you and your family, life insurance, wellness allowance, an Employee Assistance Programme, and an onsite gym with classes available.
Culture & Environment - A sociable, supportive culture with team lunches and events, plus great coffee, tea, fresh fruit, and snacks.
Learning & Development - Training support and access to courses tailored to help you grow and achieve your career goals.
Flexibility - While this is an on-site, facility-based role, we support flexible hours and recognise the importance of balance between work and life outside it.
Most importantly, you'll be joining a supportive, down-to-earth team working across a diverse and exciting range of development, testing, and technical facility operations.
Take your next step with us:
If you're ready to play a central role in keeping a busy engineering facility performing at its best and helping our talented team thrive - we'd love to hear from you!
Create. Break. Solve. Together.
Create. Break. Solve. Together. Do you have a complex engineering problem or idea you want to explore? Are you looking to test or develop a product to add value to your business? Give us a call, we could be your secret weapon. Holmes Solutions deliver smart engineering solutions through design, testing and innovation. We are industry leaders who reimagine existing ideas and design amazing new products. Our ‘whole business’ approach helps our clients find strategic success. Our team of engineering experts provide clients across the globe with tailor-made solutions; from research and development, to compliance and certification. Our internationally accredited ISO 17025 test facilities and field testing capability make us a one-stop shop for product development. If you have a technical challenge or you're looking to join an innovative organisation, please call us on +64 3 363 2180 or email [email protected].
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