Maintenance Technician

About the role

Onsen is seeking a practical, reliable, and motivated Maintenance Technician to keep its world‑class retreat in Queenstown operating at the highest standard. You will ensure facilities, equipment, and infrastructure are safe, comfortable, and ready for guests while supporting a safe workplace for the team.

Key responsibilities

• Carry out routine, scheduled preventative maintenance according to the established programme and raise follow‑up work orders.
• Identify, assess, and complete unscheduled or reactive maintenance tasks promptly.
• Perform repairs on plant, equipment, pipework, and associated systems.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and suggest improvements to schedules.
• Coordinate with external contractors for specialist works.
• Contribute to the development of maintenance, asset management, and reliability programmes.
• Operate the company shuttle bus safely, complying with all road rules and transport regulations when required.

Required profile

• Strong practical background with proven hands‑on experience in a similar maintenance role.
• Basic knowledge of plumbing, pipework, electrics and electrical systems.
• Ability to work safely following company policies, procedures, and health & safety standards.
• Self‑motivated, able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Reliable, dependable with a strong work ethic.
• Full New Zealand driver licence, confident with manual and 4WD vehicles.
• Legal right to work in New Zealand.
• Physically capable of lifting, working at heights, and working outdoors in varying weather.
• Willingness to work a rotating roster, including weekends and public holidays.

Required skills

• Plumbing and pipework systems
• Electrical systems
• Plant and equipment maintenance
• Shuttle bus operation (manual and 4WD)