The role

See more about the role below, including the responsibilities and skills we are looking for.



Field Service Technician

Gisborne, New Zealand

Reference: 6790625

  • Assigned Company Vehicle
  • 4% Employer Kiwisaver contribution (up to 6% based on length of service)
  • Wide range of employee benefits including free staff hire from our DIY fleet

Our team in Gisborne are looking for a Field Service Technician who's trade-qualified with significant relevant experience to assess, repair and maintain our equipment at a variety of sites around Gisborne. If you enjoy being out on the road and want to use and develop your existing skills and product knowledge, we'd love to hear from you.

Hirepool is also currently recruiting for a number of skilled and motivated Workshop Supervisors and other technical positions across the country to enhance our operations - see our other open positions on our careers page linked below.

What you'll do:

  • Repair and maintenance of a wide variety of modern Earthmoving and Construction Equipment
  • Provide expert assistance to colleagues and customers in the branch and on customers sites
  • Carry our planned maintenance and repairs in the branch workshop

What you will need:

  • A Level 4 trade qualification in Heavy Automotive Plant and Equipment or equivalent
  • Full Class 1 Driver Licence (other classes and Endorsements advantageous)
  • Strong product knowledge in the earthmoving/construction sectors
  • Ability to effectively communicate technical information
  • Basic to intermediate computer skills and good record management techniques

What we offer:

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including enhanced employer Kiwisaver contributions, flexible working, and company-funded life insurance.



Join Hirepool direct from school or study

In 2019 Hirepool was asked by Auckland Tourism, Events & Economic Development (ATEED) to take part in a video case study about the Auckland CBD Jobs & Skills Hub (https://cbdhub.co.nz/).  The Hub connects people (including school leavers) with employers and jobs and career pathways that match their skills and interests.  Watch the video below and hear from two of our team who joined Hirepool direct from school/study.