Current Available Positions

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SALES – Structural Steel Engineering

  • High quality structural steel engineering products
  • Unlimited growth potential
  • East Tamaki

    Based in East Tamaki this long-established and profitable private company has become a stand-out performer in the steel fabrication industry.  An award winning certified provider of specialised and high quality structural steel products the business prides itself on the strength of its customer relationships and the unwavering attention it spends on product craftsmanship.

     The role

    To help drive the company to develop a growing and high quality customer order book for an expanded range of specialist engineering product the time is right to hire you for this new full time and permanent position. 

    • Develop and nurture relationships with key merchants within the building and construction industry
    • Provide drawings, quotations and pricing for product orders
    • Purchase of raw material for final product
    • Maintain a regular onsite presence and support the process of obtaining CCC’s
    • Attendance at industry events and trade shows

     Benefits of the role

    • Industry competitive salary
    • Company vehicle
    • Free parking
    • Ongoing training

     Skills and experience requirements

    • Previous experience within the building industry and the use of structural steel is key
    • Able to read and make drawings
    • Strong experience with the development and maintenance of client relationships and keen to work closely with builder merchants
    • Having a practical and hands on style, and keen to make onsite visits

    With the specialised nature of the made-to-order products it is essential that for the first few months you spend most of your time in the workshop receiving a hands on training program before you hit the road and show off your knowledge and product credibility to a growing customer base.

     If you are interested but wish to learn more before you apply please contact John Keesing: (021) 649-920; [email protected]

           

          Commercial Sales Manager

          • Wiri
          • Key branch of large NZ organisation
          • Manufacturer of precision building products

            A senior role within a very well-established international group, based in Wiri.

            With branches throughout New Zealand, manufacturing precision building products used in the building and construction industry, this is a great opportunity for you as an experienced manager from within the construction and/or construction manufacturing industries to join the Auckland based team in an operational leadership role.

             The Role
            The pivotal ‘front of shop’ role will identify and win new business within existing and new customers. This includes identifying key stakeholders and developing trusted relationships, deep customer engagement and proactively increasing awareness of client’s capability and capacity.

            • New business development, prospect identification and pipeline management
            • Development of monthly sales forecasts/pipelines
            • Analyse sales and market trends; review and provide considered feedback to management
            • Meet critical revenue targets by building out and managing a pipeline of qualified work/project opportunities across the Auckland region
            • Developing and delivering sales and pricing strategies that meet company objectives for revenue and profit growth
            • Proactively develop and overview the financial relationship with major business contracts
            • Undertaking contract negotiations with customers.  Ensure that contract negotiations are successfully completed within agreed parameters for pricing and contractual profiles, and are in line with the company’s strategy and policies

              Skills and experience requirements

              • A results focused sales professional driven to succeed, you will be comfortable walking onto job sites and building relationships with key stakeholders
              • Previous experience in Commercial/Construction/Infrastructure industries
              • Strong, demonstrable commercial and financial acumen
              • Excellent communication, both written and verbal
              • Devise effective pricing strategies to safeguard gross margins while promoting growth
              • Flexible and adaptable to handle high pressure and stressful situations, excellent time management, accompanied by a high level of resilience
              • Proficient in using Microsoft Word and Excel
              • Experienced in using CRM software

                 The benefits

                • Very competitive salary plus company vehicle
                • A strongly secure and well-established leading New Zealand manufacturing business, which is part of a large international group of companies
                • Fully supported by an existing experienced team
                • Excellent career progression prospects

                 Please note we will not consider applications from candidates who do not have the right to reside and work in New Zealand.

                      If you are interested but wish to learn more before you apply please contact John Keesing: (021) 649-920; [email protected]

                             

                            AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN

                            • Howick location
                            • Latest workshop equipment

                              A great location and a happy team makes for an enjoyable work environment.

                              One of Howick’s most well-known automotive workshops has got a terrific opportunity for you to join the team as an Automotive Technician.

                              The role

                              • Service and repair maintenance work on cars, vans, utes, and SUV’s
                              • Warrant of Fitness and vehicle inspections
                              • Monday to Friday 7:30am to 5:30pm

                               Benefits of the role

                              • Competitive hourly rate, depending on your experience
                              • A great location in Howick and a happy team environment
                              • Support for career progression

                               Skills and experience requirements

                              • NZ Certificate in Automotive Engineering Level 4 preferred
                              • WoF qualified would also be preferred
                              • 5 years’ experience would be ideal

                               We are looking for an Automotive Technician who already has some experience and wants a change of location.  The position also offers the chance for you to take on additional responsibilities to fit in with your career growth aspirations.

                                If you are interested but wish to learn more before you apply please contact John Keesing: (021) 649-920; [email protected]

                                       

                                      ELECTRICIAN

                                      • East Tamaki
                                      • Competitive hourly rate
                                      • Mix of industrial and commercial

                                        Electrosafe is a well-established, East Tamaki based, electrical contracting business.

                                        Servicing all of Auckland the company’s strong growth means that there is a need for a fully New Zealand registered electrician to join a small but very strong team.

                                        The role:

                                        As an experienced electrician you will have already worked with industrial and commercial clients, completed maintenance and service work, and some residential work also.

                                        You will have the opportunity to primarily work on your own.

                                        If you have EWP experience, are Safe Site registered, and have an inspection licence then even better.

                                        The benefits:

                                        • We will be competitive with the hourly market rates
                                        • Company vehicle
                                        • Phone

                                        Skills and experience requirements:

                                        • Fully New Zealand registered
                                        • Reside and work in New Zealand without visa requirements
                                        • Comfortable working on your own, have a responsible attitude and have a clean drivers licence
                                        • Have your own hand tools

                                        If you are interested but wish to learn more before you apply please contact John Keesing: (021) 649-920; [email protected]

                                             

                                            TECHNICAL SALES & SERVICE SUPPORT

                                            • Wiri
                                            • Mix of technical sales and service related support
                                            • High performance and specialist engineering products

                                              The company

                                              This small, privately owned, Wiri based company sources, supplies, and services a range of products associated with the industrial use of high quality pumping systems.

                                              Providing both high-performance pumping and sealing systems, and technical solutions, the business has an emphasis on quality, service, and results. 

                                              The company works in partnership with its supplier and distribution network to understand customers’ unique challenges and responds with innovative solutions.

                                               The role

                                              Strong growth in the company has meant the creation of a brand new opportunity for a motivated TECHNICAL SALES & SERVICE SUPPORT individual to take on a role that is based in Auckland, and in support of a busy Manager.  Throughout the initial period of training, and establishment of relationships with customers and suppliers, your key tasks will be:

                                              • Assisting in developing customer quotes and proposals
                                              • Completing and maintaining associated customer service and sales records, along with inventory management

                                              Beyond that training period the role will then develop into one where you take on more of a direct customer focus, including:

                                              • Assisting in selling pumps and seal products to existing and new customers
                                              • Conducting customer site visits to evaluate existing systems and ongoing service requirements
                                              • Providing technical support and advice to clients in coordination with the Manager and the service team

                                               The benefits

                                              • Competitive salary – $80k to $85k
                                              • Company vehicle, mobile/tablet
                                              • High performance specialist products
                                              • Full training and development, with career growth opportunities
                                              • Free parking

                                              Skill and experience requirements

                                              • At least three years of successful Sales and Service Support experience within the mechanical engineering sector
                                              • A working knowledge of pumps and mechanical seals would be a big advantage
                                              • An engineering qualification would be useful but not essential
                                              • The potential to understand and have the communication skills to explain technical concepts and solutions
                                              • A passion for providing solutions for customers while maintaining a conscientious and professional attitude

                                               

                                              Please note we will not consider applications from candidates who do not have the right to reside and work in New Zealand.

                                              You will need to enjoy the structure of a small company dealing with specialist products and happy to work with minimal supervision. 

                                              Ideally, you will need to be very well organised and accurate, wanting to learn about the product range and the solutions they provide for all customers you deal with. 

                                              A terrific career growth opportunity beckons.

                                              If you are interested but wish to learn more before you apply please contact John Keesing: (021) 649-920; [email protected]

                                                   

                                                  ESTIMATOR

                                                  • Mount Wellington
                                                  • Full time, permanent
                                                  • Renovations and maintenance company

                                                    The company

                                                    The business is a New Zealand-wide operation specialising in being a one-stop-shop for all types of home renovations and repairs. The Mount Wellington franchise has become a well-established and stand out performer for the group. 

                                                     The role:

                                                    Business is growing rapidly and the franchise owner now wants to bring you on board in a brand new position as Estimator and be responsible for job estimates, quotations, and relationships with clients and loss adjustors.

                                                    • Follow up on insurance reinstatement and renovation leads
                                                    • Attend client sites to assess, and then quote, on leads and insurance claims
                                                    • Keep an eye on the progress of jobs
                                                    • Upload full job details into the system (Simpro)
                                                    • Maintain up to date job details in the system monitoring time lines, costings, and variations
                                                    • Assist the Administrator with job invoicing and variation claims

                                                     Benefits:

                                                    • The competitive salary is experience dependent
                                                    • Tools of trade – ute, mobile, laptop
                                                    • Free parking when in the office
                                                    • Full training provided
                                                    • Annual health check and wellness support
                                                    • Be your own boss and work autonomously
                                                    • Have some flexibility to your working day
                                                    • Work closely with the owner and be a key part of a small team

                                                     Skills and experience requirements:

                                                    • Completed (or studying towards) a Diploma in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management
                                                    • Familiarity with building codes and methodology, and NZ Building Standards
                                                    • Proven work experience with a small-sized business within the building renovation or construction sector – preferably having 3+ years’ experience with this role as your career choice
                                                    • Be a great team player, as so much of the team’s success will revolve around you
                                                    • A professional and structured approach to your work, and process orientated, while possessing both numeracy skills and commercial nous
                                                    • Comfortable with computer systems and previous experience of using job management software and phone-based apps

                                                     It could be that your background includes reinstatement work.

                                                     Please note we will not be considering applications from candidates who do not have the right to reside and work in New Zealand.

                                                      If you are interested but wish to learn more before you apply please contact John Keesing: (021) 649-920; [email protected]

                                                           

                                                          EMBROIDERY MACHINIST

                                                          • East Tamaki
                                                          • Full training provided
                                                          • Flexible working hours

                                                            The company

                                                            Our business is part of the world’s largest uniform and promotional products company.

                                                            We bring logos to life!

                                                            And we are looking to grow our business by creating an exciting opportunity for you to join us.  We don’t mind if you are a school leaver, a trainee, or want to move across into our industry from another role.

                                                            The role

                                                            • Producing high quality embroidery on Tajima machines
                                                            • Unpacking and packing garments
                                                            • Operating the heat press

                                                            Benefits of the role

                                                            • Bonus scheme
                                                            • Free parking
                                                            • Company uniform
                                                            • Full training by working alongside our current machinist
                                                            • Flexible working hours but no less than 24 hours/week
                                                            • Career growth opportunities
                                                            • Take your birthday off work

                                                            Skills and experience requirements

                                                            • Have an interest in, or knowledge of embroidery or industrial sewing machines
                                                            • You will need to have a full drivers licence

                                                            We are a small and very friendly business that genuinely cares about our staff; and we have a strong focus on customer service and quality – that is where your positive attitude, reliability and sense of humour will show itself. 

                                                            Each of our jobs is unique so we are never bored, and often busy.  We know you will want to help the team and customers, and be willing to learn new skills.

                                                            Direct any enquiries to John Keesing:  [email protected]; (021) 649-920

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                                                                BAS MANAGER

                                                                • East Auckland – Howick
                                                                • Initially part time – 25 hours/week
                                                                • Growing Chartered Accounting practice

                                                                    With progressive-thinking ownership and management, this well-established East Auckland CA practice is continuing to expand its client service offering well beyond the compliance aspect, with investment in the provision of intelligent business and tax solutions.

                                                                    And that is where you come in.

                                                                    The growth in the client base and the services offered means that this new position has now become a priority.  As BAS Manager the role requires you to take ownership of a suite of responsibilities ultimately leading to a strengthened client delivery and service model.

                                                                    Reporting to the Practice Manager your key responsibilities will include: 

                                                                    • Compliance and client advisory – ensuring the requirements and expectations of the practice’s clients are met and exceeded
                                                                    • Client relationship maintenance and development
                                                                    • Team performance and work scheduling, including file review, and training and development
                                                                    • Direct support to both the Practice Manager and the Director, including practice management functions such as work flow management and billings

                                                                    Initially the role is part time (25 hours/week), however the final amount and mix of work will be agreed with you and formally put in place depending on what you bring to the role – there is flexibility.  The more effectiveness and experience you bring the greater the opportunity for you to take on a role to match your ambition and career path.

                                                                    What skills and experience will get you noticed for this role?

                                                                    • Qualified – preferably a CA (CPA will be considered)
                                                                    • Performed well at Supervisor/Assistant Manager level within a CA firm for at least 2 years
                                                                    • Experience of file review and client advisory requirements with companies, partnerships, trusts, and individual taxpayers; including taxation
                                                                    • An open and inclusive style of staff and client engagement, with the ability to articulate technical issues in layman terms through an effective communication style
                                                                    • A passion for customer service, an excellent service ethic, and an interest in community engagement

                                                                    This could be the next step in your accounting profession career as you look for some responsibility in assisting with the team and product development and thus the continued growth of the organisation.

                                                                    The Director has developed a strong and settled team and believes in supporting their education and professional development.  With a strong set of values that include doing the right thing, enjoying your work, building lasting relationships and giving back to the community, the office environment is warm, welcoming and friendly.

                                                                    Direct any enquiries to John Keesing:  [email protected]; (021) 649-920