About Us:

MB Century is a recognised industry leader in providing innovative solutions across Geothermal Drilling, Reservoir Engineering Services, Hydro and Geothermal Power Station engineering solutions. At our head office in Taupo, NZ we have a wide range of services including specialist Fabrication, Machining and Industrial Coatings. With offices in Indonesia and Philippines we have big international plans to support these growing markets.

Our people come together to drive real solutions to shape a sustainable future. Will you join us?

MB Century has a long history in the renewable energy sector, solid customer relationships and a strong pipeline of work ahead of us. Our mechanical field maintenance team support hydropower and geothermal projects across NZ, primarily the Central North Island.

You:

By joining our, Taupo based, Mechanical Fitting team, you’ll enjoy getting out to a variety of client sites, in some seldom seen locations, working with a close-knit team and taking pride in a job well done.

You'll be confident in making independent decisions, as well as together with the team, and a proven "outside the box" approach based on best practice standards to deliver the best outcomes for our clients.

As an experienced tradesperson, you’ll be comfortable working under pressure, and be able to turn your hand to all mechanical engineering trades as our crews do it all!

Essential Skills

• Trade Qualification: Level 4 qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Fitting & Turning, or a related discipline.
• Industry Experience: Proven experience in heavy industry overhauls, ideally with a focus on power generation or heavy rotating plant.
• Technical Skills: Competency in machinery maintenance overhauls, precision fitting, and measuring work.

Personal Attributes

• Team Player: Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively within a team.
• Commitment to Safety: Adherence to safe working practices and quality assurance procedures.
• Adaptability: Willingness to work extended hours and adapt to varying schedules as required.
• Ability to pass role-specific pre-employment medical (able to work at heights, in confined spaces, and be physically active with no restrictions to movement)

The Role:

Joining a team performing routine maintenance, diagnostics, refurbishment, and general engineering in geothermal and hydro power generation, you’ll be completing critical measurements and carrying out precision alignments, working with large turbines, heavy rotating equipment, cranage, valves, pumps, fans, heat exchangers etc. Your days could also include on-site general fabrication, rigging, slinging, dogging and using overhead gantries.

Why Join Us?

At MB Century, we value our people and offer continuous development through our strong competency framework. Our Mechanical Fitters gain exposure to power generation technology and work in stunning locations, all while contributing to New Zealand's renewable energy sector.

If you enjoy being part of a team that gets the work done and have fun doing it, Apply Online Now. 

For more information, contact Catherine at cebborn@mbcentury.com or call 021 702 465.

Applicants must be eligible to work in NZ, with a preference for those residing in the Taupo region or planning to relocate.