About this role
About Gallagher
At Gallagher, we protect what matters most. From securing some of the world’s highest-security environments to helping farmers manage their operations more efficiently, our technology solutions are trusted globally.
Our global headquarters and manufacturing site are based in Hamilton, New Zealand, with a people-first culture that extends across our global operations, reaching over 160 countries, and offering exciting world-class career pathways. Our manufacturing and engineering teams are critical to delivering safe, efficient, and high-quality products and this role plays a key part in that mission.
About the roles
We have two Maintenance Engineer vacancies within our Hamilton Manufacturing team:
Day Shift: 7:30am - 4:30pm, Monday to Friday
Afternoon Shift: 3:30pm - 12:00am, Monday to Friday
Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, you’ll be responsible for maintaining and repairing plant equipment, facilities, and infrastructure to ensure optimal performance, reliability, and safety. You’ll play a critical role in supporting production teams to meet schedules and delivery commitments.
You will:
Carry out planned preventative maintenance in line with schedules
Respond to breakdowns and complete timely repairs
Identify machine faults and recommend reliability improvements
Use our CMMS to record work and maintenance activity
Support Lean/5S and continuous improvement initiatives
Participate in Practical Problem Solving (PPS) and root cause analysis
Raise purchase orders and gather quotes for mechanical work
Work closely with supervisors, production teams, and external contractors
Help maintain a safe, organised, and high-performing work environment
About you
You’re a practical, trade-qualified engineer who enjoys hands-on maintenance in a fast-paced manufacturing setting. You think ahead, solve problems methodically, and take pride in keeping plant and equipment running reliably.
Ideally, you’ll bring:
Degree or technical certification in Engineering, Maintenance, or related field, Level 4
At least 3 years’ experience as a trade-qualified engineer in manufacturing
Strong mechanical fault-finding capability
Experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, machining, or fabrication (desirable)
Knowledge of PPS/root cause analysis and Lean principles
Ability to work unsupervised with excellent time management
Solid IT skills; experience with Excel or SAP is advantageous
Strong communication skills and attention to detail
Working at Gallagher
Joining Gallagher means being part of a global technology leader that invests in its people, its plant, and long-term careers.
What we offer:
Choice of day or afternoon shift to suit your lifestyle
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Competitive pay, KiwiSaver contributions, and annual bonuses
Free on-site parking and subsidised café
A supportive, safety-first team culture
If you take pride in proactive maintenance and enjoy making a real impact on plant performance, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now to join #TeamGallagher!
Other facts
About Gallagher
About Gallagher Bassett:
We are the leading provider of claims and risk management services, helping people and companies prevent, manage and overcome the impact of risk. Our team of experienced professionals understands the nuances of your business and always delivers the outcomes that matter most to your organization.
Our story is one of strategic decision making, innovation, commitment to quality, and delivering excellent service. With these, Gallagher Bassett provides a unique suite of claims management and related consulting and technical services.
Gallagher Bassett introduced the Third-Party Claims Administrator (TPA) model to the local insurance industry. As pioneers in this fast-growing sector, we continue to set the benchmark for quality, customer service, and TPA systems across all insurance sectors.
We have operations in the United States, Australia, and the United Kingdom.
Being part of a global organization gives us an advantage in technology, processes, personnel, and consulting services. This combination of global reach and local market expertise enables us to quickly and accurately assess any situation and provide an optimal solution. Our clients can rest assured that we fully understand their needs and are equipped to act whenever, wherever, and however required.
What you'll do
- The Maintenance Engineer is responsible for maintaining and repairing plant equipment, facilities, and infrastructure to ensure optimal performance and safety. This role supports production teams to meet schedules and delivery commitments.
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