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Hardware / Network Engineer
Field Service Engineer
Hardware / Network Engineer
#748547
Remote / WFH
GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft
Job Description
Service
New Zealand, Hamilton
July 14 2026
Full time
Permanent
Job benefits
Competitive salary and bonus scheme
Continuous personnel development (e-learnings & projects)
Free day to volunteer
Your responsibilities and tasks
About us
GEA is one of the world’s largest suppliers of industrial engineering solutions, supporting the dairy, food, beverage, and processing industries. In New Zealand, we partner with leading organisations across these sectors, delivering high-quality service, maintenance, and technical expertise across critical plant operations.
About the Role
We are currently seeking a skilled Field Service Engineer to join our New Zealand team, based in Horotiu (Waikato), supporting customers nationwide.
This is a permanent, full-time position with a minimum of 40 hours per week, typically Monday to Friday. Due to the nature of the role, you may be required to work overtime, particularly during peak (winter) months, and participate in an on-call roster for after-hours breakdown support (including occasional weekend work).
The role involves regular domestic travel to customer sites across New Zealand.
As a Field Service Engineer at GEA, you will play a key role in ensuring the performance and reliability of customer equipment. You will carry out maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair work both on-site and in our Horotiu workshop.
Key Responsibilities
Perform planned maintenance, inspections, and overhauls on GEA equipment
Carry out fault finding, diagnostics, and repairs on mechanical systems
Support major plant shutdowns and service campaigns across NZ
Work on equipment including separators, decanters, homogenisers, pumps, and rotating machinery
Complete service reports and provide recommendations
Assist with installation and commissioning of new equipment
Ensure all work is completed safely and in line with site requirements
What We Offer
Competitive remuneration commensurate with experience
Overtime paid at applicable rates for hours worked beyond 40 hours per week
Travel allowances where applicable
Additional benefits include:
Late-model company vehicle, specialised tools, and PPE provided
Southern Cross Health insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid birthday leave and company day leave
Long Service Leave
Free onsite parking
Health and well-being initiatives
Ongoing training and professional development
Eligibility to participate in the company bonus scheme (where applicable)
Eligibility
Applicants must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand or able to meet applicable immigration requirements.
Applications from overseas candidates are welcome. Visa sponsorship and relocation support may be considered for suitably qualified applicants.
Pre-employment checks, including drug and ******* testing and background checks, will be required.
Our values
At GEA, we stand for Responsibility, Integrity, Diversity, Passion, and Excellence. If you share these values, we would like to hear from you. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.
Living and Working in New Zealand
New Zealand offers an outstanding lifestyle that is highly attractive to skilled tradespeople looking for a strong work–life balance.
Enjoy a high quality of life, with a focus on family, wellbeing, and outdoor living
Access to world-class beaches, mountains, lakes, and national parks, all within a short drive
A safe, welcoming, and multicultural environment
Excellent opportunities for outdoor activities such as fishing, hiking, biking, and water sports
A strong, stable industry sector with ongoing demand in the dairy and food processing industries
Horotiu in the Waikato offers a relaxed regional lifestyle, with close proximity to Hamilton and easy access to some of New Zealand’s best natural environments.
Your profile and qualifications
About You
Skills & Experience
Relevant mechanical trade qualification (or equivalent experience)
Minimum 3 years’ relevant work experience in a mechanical or industrial maintenance environment
Strong mechanical fault-finding ability
Experience working with centrifuges, separators, or homogenisers
Knowledge of pneumatics, and rotating equipment
Ability to work independently on customer sites
Full driver’s licence
Willingness and ability to travel nationwide
Highly Desirable
Background in the dairy, food, or process industries
Exposure to shutdown work and large-scale maintenance projects
About GEA
GEA is one of the largest suppliers for the food and beverage processing industry and a wide range of other process industries. Approximately 18,000 employees in more than 60 countries contribute significantly to GEA’s success – come and join them! We offer interesting and challenging tasks, a positive working environment in international teams and opportunities for personal development and growth in a global company.
Why join GEA
GEA is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will therefore receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, world view, national origin, genetics, disability, gender identity, marital status, ****** orientation, veteran status or any other protected characteristic required by applicable law. Applicants with disabilities are welcome and will be given special consideration if they are equally qualified.
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New Zealand, Hamilton
July 14 2026
Full time
Permanent
Job benefits
Competitive salary and bonus scheme
Continuous personnel development (e-learnings & projects)
Free day to volunteer
Your responsibilities and tasks
About us
GEA is one of the world’s largest suppliers of industrial engineering solutions, supporting the dairy, food, beverage, and processing industries. In New Zealand, we partner with leading organisations across these sectors, delivering high-quality service, maintenance, and technical expertise across critical plant operations.
About the Role
We are currently seeking a skilled Field Service Engineer to join our New Zealand team, based in Horotiu (Waikato), supporting customers nationwide.
This is a permanent, full-time position with a minimum of 40 hours per week, typically Monday to Friday. Due to the nature of the role, you may be required to work overtime, particularly during peak (winter) months, and participate in an on-call roster for after-hours breakdown support (including occasional weekend work).
The role involves regular domestic travel to customer sites across New Zealand.
As a Field Service Engineer at GEA, you will play a key role in ensuring the performance and reliability of customer equipment. You will carry out maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair work both on-site and in our Horotiu workshop.
Key Responsibilities
Perform planned maintenance, inspections, and overhauls on GEA equipment
Carry out fault finding, diagnostics, and repairs on mechanical systems
Support major plant shutdowns and service campaigns across NZ
Work on equipment including separators, decanters, homogenisers, pumps, and rotating machinery
Complete service reports and provide recommendations
Assist with installation and commissioning of new equipment
Ensure all work is completed safely and in line with site requirements
What We Offer
Competitive remuneration commensurate with experience
Overtime paid at applicable rates for hours worked beyond 40 hours per week
Travel allowances where applicable
Additional benefits include:
Late-model company vehicle, specialised tools, and PPE provided
Southern Cross Health insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid birthday leave and company day leave
Long Service Leave
Free onsite parking
Health and well-being initiatives
Ongoing training and professional development
Eligibility to participate in the company bonus scheme (where applicable)
Eligibility
Applicants must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand or able to meet applicable immigration requirements.
Applications from overseas candidates are welcome. Visa sponsorship and relocation support may be considered for suitably qualified applicants.
Pre-employment checks, including drug and ******* testing and background checks, will be required.
Our values
At GEA, we stand for Responsibility, Integrity, Diversity, Passion, and Excellence. If you share these values, we would like to hear from you. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.
Living and Working in New Zealand
New Zealand offers an outstanding lifestyle that is highly attractive to skilled tradespeople looking for a strong work–life balance.
Enjoy a high quality of life, with a focus on family, wellbeing, and outdoor living
Access to world-class beaches, mountains, lakes, and national parks, all within a short drive
A safe, welcoming, and multicultural environment
Excellent opportunities for outdoor activities such as fishing, hiking, biking, and water sports
A strong, stable industry sector with ongoing demand in the dairy and food processing industries
Horotiu in the Waikato offers a relaxed regional lifestyle, with close proximity to Hamilton and easy access to some of New Zealand’s best natural environments.
Your profile and qualifications
About You
Skills & Experience
Relevant mechanical trade qualification (or equivalent experience)
Minimum 3 years’ relevant work experience in a mechanical or industrial maintenance environment
Strong mechanical fault-finding ability
Experience working with centrifuges, separators, or homogenisers
Knowledge of pneumatics, and rotating equipment
Ability to work independently on customer sites
Full driver’s licence
Willingness and ability to travel nationwide
Highly Desirable
Background in the dairy, food, or process industries
Exposure to shutdown work and large-scale maintenance projects
About GEA
GEA is one of the largest suppliers for the food and beverage processing industry and a wide range of other process industries. Approximately 18,000 employees in more than 60 countries contribute significantly to GEA’s success – come and join them! We offer interesting and challenging tasks, a positive working environment in international teams and opportunities for personal development and growth in a global company.
Why join GEA
GEA is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will therefore receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, world view, national origin, genetics, disability, gender identity, marital status, ****** orientation, veteran status or any other protected characteristic required by applicable law. Applicants with disabilities are welcome and will be given special consideration if they are equally qualified.
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