Service Technician Engineer

Are you a hands-on technician who thrives on solving complex technical challenges?

This is a rare opportunity to join a high growth, innovation-driven organisation operating at the forefront of medical manufacturing and diagnostic technology.

We’re seeking proactive Service Technicians to join a national engineering team supporting the maintenance and performance of mission-critical production and laboratory equipment across multiple sites.

Due to rapid business expansion, we have new opportunities for Service Technician Engineer roles for Auckland.

About the Role

In this role, you’ll be responsible for keeping high-tech infrastructure operating reliably —ensuring that equipment such as cyclotrons, synthesisers, hot cells and QC instruments perform at their best. 

You’ll work both independently and as part of a collaborative technical team, ensuring uptime and compliance across operational sites.

There are some fantastic training and career development opportunities on offer and a great team to be part of!

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on high-precision technical systems
• Troubleshoot faults and provide hands-on technical support to production and QC teams
• Assist with installation, commissioning, and qualification of new equipment
• Maintain accurate maintenance records using a digital CMMS
• Participate in a national on-call roster, responding to after-hours equipment issues
• Support engineering initiatives and promote continuous improvement
• Travel as required 

Skills & Experience

We are looking for candidates who ideally possess the following, but we are open minded – the right attitude and strong curiosity are really critical:

• Trade qualification or diploma in Mechatronics, Electrical, Electronics, or Mechanical Engineering would be nice
• Experience maintaining industrial, laboratory or medical instrumentation
• Strong technical problem-solving and fault-finding ability
• An understanding of WHS and technical safety protocols would be great
• Self-starter with excellent organisational and communication skills (written and verbal)
• Full driver’s license and car

Why it’s an exciting opportunity?

• Career Development: This is an excellent opportunity for graduates or individuals with limited experience (1-3 years+) to grow in a great engineering environment
• Training: Comprehensive training and the chance to specialise in a highly specialised field. Both inhouse and international externally led training is included.
• Impactful Work: Join a company with a strong commitment to improving patient health and making a difference in the lives of many.

About the Company

Our client is a leading manufacturer of life science products, dedicated to enhancing patient health through accessible and targeted pharmaceuticals. Operating under the highest quality standards, their manufacturing facility ensures strict compliance with regulatory authorities. With exciting growth on the immediate horizon, we are looking for motivated individuals to join their expanding team and contribute to their mission of excellence in pharmaceutical production.

How to Apply

Click APPLY NOW to submit your application.

To apply for this vacancy you MUST be a New Zealand Citizen, or Resident, or have already secured the right to work in New Zealand and therefore hold a valid visa not requiring company support.

Scitex specialises in permanent, contract and temporary recruitment – and has done so since 1987. We are here to engineer better Mondays across ANZ. We love connecting talented people with great work opportunities in workplaces where you can thrive and make a meaningful difference.