Apprentice Valve Technician

Company Description

SGS is the world's leading inspection, verification, certification and testing company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. With more than 94,000 employees, we operate a network of more that 2600 offices and laboratories around the world.

Job Description

As an Apprentice - Valve Technician at SGS IVE, based in Hamilton, you will learn from the experienced team and develop the skills necessary to become a qualified Valve Technician.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a recent school leaver, with a passion for industrial engineering to gain the required skills and competence to gain a Certificate in Mechanical Engineering (Level 4).

What you'll be doing

• Learn all aspects of the valve overhaul and repair work undertaken by SGS-IVE including work on customer’s sites
• Carry out valve refurbishments as required under appropriate supervision
• Undertake training and customer inductions to enable you to work at SGS-IVE’s customer’s sites
• Clean and maintain SGS-IVE spaces and machinery
• Undertake training and testing as specified by the Workshop Supervisor or Branch Manager

Qualifications

• A passion for industrial engineering and a desire to develop your valve servicing skills
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to follow technical manuals and instructions
• Good communication and customer service skills to liaise with clients
• Willingness to learn and expand your knowledge through hands-on training and education
• NZ drivers licence

Additional Information

In return SGS can offer:

• Comprehensive on-the-job training and mentorship to become a qualified Valve Technician
• Opportunities for advancement as your skills develop
• Supportive and collaborative work environment where your contributions are valued

Applicants for this position should have a NZ residency or a valid New Zealand work visa. 

This is a fixed term role for four years.