Fitter Turner / Fitter
Penrose, Full Time, Trades & Services
Please Quote Reference Number 19190
  • 2 years' post apprenticeship experience
  • Experience with manual lathes and milling machines
  • Join a busy and stable Engineering team

  • Gillespie Engineering Ltd is a well-established New Zealand engineering company based in Penrose, Auckland. Operating since 1975, we have built a strong reputation for quality workmanship and providing practical engineering solutions across a wide range of industries.

    We are looking for an experienced Fitter Turner/Fitter to join our team.

    About the Role

    This position is primarily a fitting role, with some manual lathe and manual milling work required to support fitting activities. No two days are the same, with work including:
    • New machine builds
    • Machine refurbishments
    • Gearbox overhauls and repairs
    • Refurbishment and manufacture of machine components
    • General fitting and workshop engineering work
    About You

    To be successful in this role, you will have:
    • A completed engineering apprenticeship
    • A minimum of 2 years post-apprenticeship experience
    • Relevant trade qualifications and supporting documentation
    • Experience with manual lathes and milling machines
    • Strong fitting and fault-finding skills
    • A positive attitude and ability to work as part of a team
    What We Offer:
    • Steady, long-term employment with an established company
    • Varied and interesting engineering work
    • Supportive team environment
    • Competitive remuneration based on experience and skills
    • Flexibility for the right candidate, with 30-40 hours per week available
    • Standard working hours Monday to Friday, with occasional Saturday work as required
    If you are a qualified Fitter Turner looking for a varied hands-on role within a respected engineering company, we'd like to hear from you.

    Apply now with your CV and supporting trade qualifications.

    Gillespie Engineering Ltd
    Please Quote Reference Number 19190

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