Exciting Engineering & Foundry Opportunities in New Zealand
We are currently seeking experienced and trade-qualified professionals to join a leading global manufacturer in New Zealand. This is an outstanding opportunity to gain international experience while working with advanced engineering and manufacturing processes in a world‑class production environment.
The successful candidates will initially be offered a 12‑month work contract, with the opportunity to transition to a further visa and extend their stay, subject to performance and employer requirements. Applicants will be required to pay for their visa application upfront; however, these costs will be reimbursed upon successful commencement of employment. Due to visa eligibility requirements, applicants must be under 35 years of age and have a clean criminal record.
Sand Moulder Grade 2 (Foundry Workers)
Rate: day shift NZD $34.20 per hour; afternoon shift NZD $37.15 per hour; night shift NZD $40.93 per hour. Previous foundry experience is essential, with sand moulding experience highly preferred. Candidates must be willing and able to work rotating shifts.
Metal Casting Trades Worker (Trade‑Qualified Foundry Workers)
Requirements: NZQA Level 4 assessment or equivalent recognised qualification, previous industrial foundry experience, and a recognised trade qualification in metal casting or a related discipline. Rate: day shift NZD $40.31 per hour; afternoon shift NZD $43.27 per hour; night shift NZD $44.09 per hour.
CNC Machinist
Rate: day shift NZD $33.44 per hour; afternoon shift NZD $36.39 per hour; night shift NZD $37.22 per hour. Candidates should have proven CNC machining experience, the ability to read engineering drawings, work to tight tolerances, and operate modern CNC machinery and tooling.
Fitting and Machining Engineer (Trade‑Qualified)
Requirements: NZQA Level 4 assessment or equivalent qualification, recognised trade qualification in fitting and machining or mechanical engineering, strong mechanical aptitude, and experience in precision engineering environments. Rate: day shift NZD $39.41 per hour; afternoon shift NZD $42.37 per hour; night shift NZD $43.19 per hour.
In return, we offer competitive hourly rates with attractive shift allowances, long‑term career opportunities, valuable international work experience in New Zealand, potential pathways to visa extensions, and support throughout the relocation and onboarding process.
If you have the required skills, qualifications, and experience and are looking for an exciting opportunity to work overseas, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your engineering or foundry career.
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