**Date Posted:** 2025-05-05 **Country:** New Zealand **Location:** LOC8002: 115 Orchard Road, Christchurch, 8051 NZ, 115 Orchard Road, Christchurch, Christchurch, 8051 New Zealand **Position Role Type:** Unspecified **WE TRANSFORM AVIATION** Christchurch Engine Centre – a joint venture between Pratt & Whitney and Air New Zealand - is an aviation maintenance, repair, and overhaul centre for all models of V2500 engine. Our top-ranked facility at Christchurch International Airport is a trusted partner of several commercial airlines around the globe. By combining latest technologies and excellent engineering skills, with a unique company culture Christchurch Engine Centre delivers a world class service our customers can rely on. We take great pride in our most important resource: Our people. As part of the Christchurch Engine Centre team, you will work alongside experienced professionals in a highly modern environment while being supported by continuous training and professional development. We succeed together living up to the values of Safety, Empowerment, Integrity, Dependability, Quality, Our Story and Profitability. **AIRCRAFT TRADESPERSON / AERONAUTICAL PARTS FINISHER / PAINTER** We are currently recruiting for qualified (Level 4) tradespeople with background in aircraft painting, vehicle painting, collision repair or similar for a permanent full-time position. In the Clean, Paint and Bond section engine parts are being treated using different mechanical and chemical methods to protect them against wear, corrosion, and heat. This is perfect for someone who can work in defined processes, is quality and safety oriented, pays close attention to detail, and is willing to learn. You will receive a full training and comprehensive onboarding. **Your Role** + After completing your induction training you will work at the Clean, Paint and Bond section of the repair area in our workshop. + Preparation of different materials and application of various coatings by spray gun and brush to Aircraft Engine parts + Using our computer system to document and record your work. + Ensuring that your work meets all health and safety requirements. + This is a safety sensitive role and all candidates will go through a medical assessment and drug & alcohol testing. **Your Profile** + Be Trade Qualified – NZQA Level 4. Please provide a copy of your relevant qualifications, including NZQA equivalency for overseas qualifications. + Be legally entitled to work in New Zealand. + Have solid work experience in similar environment. + Be experienced in working in processes and following instructions. + Strong hand skills. + Good computer literacy. + Have a high level of attention to detail, accuracy and good organizational skills. + Be a confident, effective communicator and a strong team player. + Be passionate about your work and always strive for the best and take pride in your work. + Be able to comply with a strong safety and quality culture. + Be flexible and adaptable. + Able to work in physical tasks, such as but not limited to: Standing, walking, bending, kneeling, reaching, lifting, carrying, and twisting. **HOURS OF WORK** In this full-time position you will work in a fortnightly rotating shift pattern. Availability to work overtime is appreciated and compensated accordingly. **WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT** Christchurch Engine Centre offers a competitive remuneration package including a generous superannuation scheme and an opportunity for a bonus plan. You will have access to a variety of services and products at discounted rates, including medical insurance schemes as well as free financial advice from an independent provider. We encourage professional development and offer opportunities for growth through training, secondments, mentoring and networking. Christchurch Engine Centre also has a Rewards Program to recognise special contributions and acknowledge long service. While you work on shift, your commitment will be rewarded by an additional week of paid leave, shift allowances as well as meal allowances on evening shifts. Additionally, we offer an excellent working environment in a modern facility at an easily accessible location with secure car parking. **APPLYING** Please include your current CV, cover letter and relevant certificates. For certificates gained outside New Zealand, please submit a NZQA equivalency assessment. To learn more about our company please visit: http://www.pwnz.com (http://www.pwnz.com/career) We look forward to your application. _RTX adheres to the principles of equal employment. All qualified applications will be given careful consideration without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law._ **Privacy Policy and Terms:** Click on this link (http://www.rtx.com/privacy/Job-Applicant-Privacy-Notice) to read the Policy and Terms Raytheon Technologies is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. 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