We have an opportunity available for a workshop mechanic to join our Christchurch team. 

• Competitive hourly rate + guaranteed hours 

• Join a supportive team that treat each other like Whānau

• Ongoing training and development to help you reach your career goals

• Career development – opportunities to grow your career at Higgins and the wider Fletcher Building group of businesses

• Access to Fletchers Building Benefits Programme, including: 

• A brand-new market-leading parental leave policy to ensure employees are well supported throughout one of life’s most significant events.

• FB employee share scheme, educational and welfare funds

• A significant portfolio of retail benefits across major NZ businesses such as ANZ, Z energy, PlaceMakers, Mico and Samsung. 

• Brand new PPE gear (that’s your own personal protective equipment)

As an experienced workshop mechanic your role will focus on the repair and maintenance of a variety of trucks and equipment in our busy depot. You will be working alongside a team of experienced mechanics who work together to solve problems in a safe environment. 

• Experience in mechanical repair and maintenance of heavy vehicles and equipment

• Experience on yellow plant e.g. diggers, graders, loaders, dozers

• Level 4 Trade qualification or similar

• Excellent communication skills

• High attention to detail

• Committed to a safety-first culture 

• Availability to work an on-call roster

Higgins is committed to a drug-free workplace. The successful applicant will be required to pass pre-employment drug and alcohol testing along with a health check. 

Applicants for this position must have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.