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• Fitter Turner - Leading Hand About the Role We are looking for an experienced Machine Shop Leading Hand to support the Machine Shop Supervisor in overseeing day to day operations. This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll drive safety, productivity, and quality while ensuring jobs are completed to a high standard and on time. Key Responsibilities • Lead daily activities in the machine shop, allocating work and ensuring deadlines are met • Provide guidance, coaching, and support to team members • Ensure all work meets quality standards and customer specifications • Maintain a strong health & safety culture and enforce safe work practices • Coordinate with supervisors, engineers, and other departments to keep jobs on track • Monitor machinery performance and report maintenance requirements • Complete job documentation, including time and materials tracking • Train and support new team members What You’ll Need • Proven experience in a leading hand or similar role • Minimum 5 years’ experience in machining or engineering • Strong technical ability (trade qualified or time-served) • Good computer and organisational skills • Ability to prioritise workloads and manage multiple jobs • Current NZ driver’s licence What We’re Looking For • Strong leadership and communication skills • A team-focused, hands-on approach • High attention to detail and problem-solving ability • Commitment to quality and continuous improvement • A strong focus on health & safety Appointment to this role is subject to: • Drug and alcohol screening • Right to work in New Zealand in accordance with Immigration New Zealand requirements