Apprentice Service Technician

Apprentice Service Technician – Manawatu (Feilding)

Kick-start your career with New Zealand’s leading agriculture equipment supplier!We are looking for a motivated Apprentice Service Technician to join our Feilding branch and begin a hands-on career working with world-class agricultural machinery.

What we offer you:

• A structured apprenticeship programme supported through MITO (Te Pūkenga Work Based Learning)
• Opportunity to complete a NZQA-recognised New Zealand Certificate in Heavy Automotive Engineering (Agricultural Equipment) Level 3 & 4
• On-the-job training with experienced technicians and industry experts
• Overtime opportunities
• Tool allowance
• Long Service Leave and company buying privileges
• Free access to confidential counselling and coaching through our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Why you’ll enjoy working here:

• Stability - Permanent full-time role working 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday (8:00am – 5:00pm) at our Manawatu (Feilding) branch.
• Growth & Development - We invest in your future. Through our partnership with MITO, you’ll receive nationally recognised training, regular assessments, and mentoring support to help you succeed in your trade qualification.
• Variety - Gain exposure to industry-leading brands such as Deutz Fahr, Merlo, McHale, Väderstad, Kioti, Kverneland, JCB and more while developing a wide range of mechanical skills.

About the role

As an Apprentice Service Technician, you will:

• Assist qualified technicians with servicing, maintenance and repairs
• Learn to diagnose faults in agricultural machinery and equipment
• Work with mechanical, hydraulic and electrical systems
• Complete MITO training modules, workplace assessments, and logbook requirements
• Maintain a safe and organised workshop environment
• Develop strong technical and customer service skills

About you:

• Keen interest in mechanics, agriculture or engineering
• Motivated, reliable and committed to completing an apprenticeship qualification
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn
• Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team
• Good communication skills
• Physically fit and willing to work in a hands-on environment
• Holds (or working towards) a full driver’s licence

Prior experience is not essential – just a great attitude and commitment to building a career in the industry.

Who we are:

We are New Zealand’s leading importer and distributor of tractors and agricultural equipment, with over 75 years in the industry. At Power Farming:

We thrive together. We work together. We find a better way. We deliver results. And we start with the customer.

How to apply

If you are ready to work for an organisation that keeps you growing! Then Apply online through our career website https://powerfarming.readycareers.io/

If you would like to know any more about this opportunity, please reach out via HRadmin@powerfarming.co.nz

As we are committed to a safe working environment for everyone - all successful applicants will be required to undertake a pre-employment drug test, check prior to starting employment. If you need support with this requirement, please talk to our team.