Repair Technician

We are seeking a Repair Technician to join our dedicated team at Tait Communications. In this role, you'll ensure our products meet the highest standard of alignment, testing, and repair before being shipped to customers around the world.

You will play a key role in diagnosing and repairing returned products, maintaining accurate records of work completed, and supporting continuous improvement in product quality and performance.

The duties of the role will include:

• Aligning products to specified performance levels within the production area
• Diagnosing and correcting manufacturing faults to restore full functionality
• Maintaining detailed records of product work and reporting common faults to Product Support
• Repairing and testing products returned from customers
• Monitoring the performance of test equipment and reporting issues promptly
• Mentoring and supporting junior technical staff
• Providing proactive feedback and input to Product Support and Product Development teams to improve design and manufacturability

To be successful in this role, you'll bring a solid mix of technical expertise and a proactive mindset. You take pride in delivering high-quality results and enjoy contributing to the growth of others through mentoring and collaboration.

Required:

• Proven experience diagnosing and remedying production faults quickly and effectively
• Ability to interpret and apply circuit diagrams and schematics for fault-finding
• Broad understanding of the fundamentals of technical radio systems

Preferred: We are specifically looking for graduates from UC's Mechatronics Engineering program, and/or Ara's Engineering Technology program.

We are an employer committed to making a difference for families and communities, and to supporting our people in building rewarding careers. Our Values, Commitment to Listen, Courage to Act, and Integrity to Deliver, guide the way we work together.

We're proud to offer:

• Health and wellbeing benefits, including medical insurance after 12 months, flu vaccinations, and additional sick leave in your first year
• Modern facilities with free onsite parking, gym, and café
• Long service recognition and career development opportunities
• A supportive team culture with an active social club and regular events

For more than 50 years, Tait Communications has been designing, delivering, and supporting critical communications networks for public safety, transportation, and utility customers around the world.

Founded in Christchurch by Sir Angus Tait, we've grown into a global organisation with a network of offices and customers across multiple continents. Our people are passionate about developing innovative technologies that make a real difference to the safety and resilience of communities everywhere.

By joining Tait, you'll be part of a team that values creativity, collaboration, and continuous learning and one that supports you to grow and develop in your career.

If you're ready to take the next step in your technical career and contribute to a company that goes beyond for a safer world, we'd love to hear from you.

Please submit your CV and cover letter by 28th November 2025. Applications will be reviewed as they are received.

For more information about Tait Communications, our products, and our solutions, visit: www.taitcommunications.com