Principal Maintenance and Systems Engineer

Job title: Principal Maintenance and Systems Engineer

Company: New Zealand Government


Job description: Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this roleMō te tūnga | About the roleWe are looking for a skilled and knowledgeable maintenance and systems engineer to join our team and provide expert engineering support for a broad range of interesting military equipment to support the NZ Army and Joint Force operations.You will:

• Provide advice to stakeholders on maintenance planning and technical documentation to achieve optimal through-life support.
• Support and enable stakeholders to adhere to the principles, practice and continuous improvement of design control, configuration management, test and evaluation, technical data management and systems integration.
• Provide operational leadership, allocate resources and manage team performance.
• Identify opportunities for improvement and implement industry best practice.
• Establish relationships and communicate effectively with stakeholders.
• Engage stakeholders with the planning and decision-making processes, ensuring their needs and perspectives are considered.
• Proactively identify and assess potential risks associated with land equipment and engineering operations.
• Manage and investigate incidents of non-compliance or operational failures, ensuring timely and thorough resolution.

This is an exciting opportunity to make this new role your own and influence the NZDF’s engineering system at a senior level.This role is based in Messines Defence Centre in Trentham, Upper Hutt, close to the train station. There is limited free car parking on site and free on street car parking nearby. Occasional travel is required.Once you have undergone training and are up to speed, there is the option of working from home up to two days a week.Please Note: The formal title for this role within the NZDF is Principal Maintenance Engineer.Applications will be reviewed upon receipt. It is advised to apply early to avoid disappointment, as this role may close ahead of time due to a high volume of applicants.Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and ExperienceYou will be a passionate maintenance and systems engineer with excellent problem solving and analytical skills. You will understand industry best practice and be able to identify opportunities for improvement.You will be able to engage effectively with stakeholders to understand their requirements. You will have excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical information to non-technical audiences.You will also have:

• In depth experience in a maintenance management role.
• A good understanding of systems engineering.
• Leadership and management experience is useful but not essential.
• A degree or diploma in engineering is advantageous, however we are open to applicants with equivalent work experience and knowledge.

Nōu te rourou | What’s in it for youYour skills and dedication deserve recognition, and NZDF delivers with competitive pay matched to your experience. But that’s just the beginning – safeguard your loved ones with a fully funded life cover of up to $300,000 and critical illness protection. Other benefits include discounted additional insurances, free will services and savings schemes for the Defence community. Get expert financial guidance and mortgage broker services. Find all our benefits and more on the .NZDF champions diversity and inclusivity, valuing every member and fuelling their success. We embrace uniqueness, understanding that diverse teams drive creativity, innovation, and excellence. With an open door to all – irrespective of gender, ethnicity, ability, age, or family dynamics – NZDF offers a flexible, empowering work environment. Join us in shaping a brighter future, where everyone thrives.Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to ApplyApplications close on Monday 24 February 2025.Use the links on this page where you’ll be directed to the Defence Careers website.Please Note:

• All applications must be made online, via the Defence Careers website. Each listing contains the Position Description and a Contact Us option for any queries or technical issues.
• Your cover letter will be a key part of our selection process, so please highlight how your experience relates to the key activities outlined in the Advert and Position Description.
• Applicants will be required to undergo a pre-employment drug-screening test prior to any offer of employment being made.

NZDF Employees/Members – please apply internally via the HR Toolkit; this will ensure that you are visible as an internal candidate.NZDF Contractors – please apply via the Defence Careers website.NZDF Reserves – please apply via the Defence Careers website if you cannot access the HR Toolkit.NZDF is currently undertaking a Workforce Savings Programme (WSP) to realise efficiencies and required enduring savings, which may require NZDF to propose changes to the organisational structure of its civilian workforce. As we progress through the WSP, we will be communicating with our people about any potential impact on roles and structures. We welcome your application for this important role and want to let you know that if the WSP, and any subsequent proposed change process, is likely to impact on the role you are applying for, we will let you know at the earliest opportunity.Please Note:To be eligible for the required level of government security clearance with the NZ Defence Force, you need to meet certain citizenship and residency criteria. Here’s what you need to know:Higher Level Security Clearance

• You must be a New Zealand citizen or you must hold New Zealand Permanent Residence or have a current New Zealand Residency Class Visa.
• At minimum, you must hold New Zealand Permanent Residence or have a current New Zealand Residency Class Visa, and you must be a citizen of and have lived in Australia, Canada, United Kingdom, United States of America or New Zealand continuously for the last ten (10) years.
• You must have a ten (10) year background history that can be verified and assessed appropriately by the NZ Security Intelligence Service (NZSIS) to determine if you are suitable for a security clearance at this level.

If you do not meet the minimum criteria, unfortunately, your application will not be accepted. We do welcome your application at a time when you will meet the requirements.

Expected salary:

Location: Wairarapa, Wellington – Wellington

Job date: Thu, 06 Feb 2025 03:10:58 GMT

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