Are you an experienced mechanical professional with a solid background in pumps, motors, and gear drives? We're looking for a Mechanical Lead to oversee rotating equipment maintenance for our clients across the Wellington region.

This is a hands-on leadership role - ideal for someone with a trade background who enjoys being in the field, solving problems, and keeping critical infrastructure running at its best.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Overhauling pumps and other rotating equipment
• Installing and aligning pumps, motors, geared drives, and other rotating machinery
• Supporting installation and commissioning of other mechanical equipment
• Diagnosing faults and performing root cause analysis
• Conducting preventative and breakdown maintenance
• Collaborating with client operations teams to ensure equipment reliability and safety
• Maintaining accurate maintenance records
• Mentoring junior mechanical staff and contractors.

What You'll Bring:

• A mechanical trade qualification (e.g. Fitter Turner, Maintenance Engineer, or equivalent)
• 10+ years of practical experience with rotating equipment, ideally in water or industrial sectors
• Strong skills in alignment, vibration checks, and mechanical diagnostics
• A proactive approach with the ability to lead a small team or work independently
• Solid communication and organisational skills
• A strong commitment to health, safety, and quality

Nice to Have:

• Experience across other mechanical trades (e.g. fabrication, fitting, machining, or hydraulics)
• Knowledge of water/wastewater treatment plant equipment
• Familiarity with MS office and MS Teams

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a supportive team that values hands-on trade expertise
• Access to ongoing training and development opportunities