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Full-Time On-Site Mechanic

July 18, 2025

Overview

Cambridge Stud is one of New Zealand’s most prestigious thoroughbred breeding and racing operations, renowned for its world-class facilities set on beautiful acreage. Our property includes a range of vehicles and equipment essential to the daily running of our high-performance equine facility and farm.

We are seeking a reliable, hands-on, and skilled mechanic with an interest in the racing and breeding industry.

Location: Karaka, NZ

Employment Type: Full-time

Start Date: Immediate Start Available

Description

As our on-site mechanic, you’ll be responsible for maintaining and repairing a variety of vehicles and machinery, ensuring our operations run smoothly and efficiently every day.

Key Requirements

  • Servicing and repairing farm and stable vehicles (e.g. utes, trucks, tractors, float trucks, ATVs)
  • Maintaining farm equipment (e.g. mowers, slashing gear, water pumps)
  • Diagnosing mechanical issues and performing preventative maintenance
  • Keeping detailed service records and ordering parts as required
  • Assisting with general property maintenance as needed
  • Ensuring all repairs meet safety and compliance standards

About you

  • Proven experience as a mechanic (light and heavy vehicles)
  • Experience with agricultural or equine-related machinery is highly desirable
  • Ability to work independently and manage your own workload
  • Strong problem-solving skills and a “can-do” attitude
  • Current driver’s licence (HT licence or machinery endorsements are a bonus)
  • Must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand

What we offer

  • Competitive salary based on experience
  • A supportive and close-knit team environment
  • The opportunity to be part of an industry that combines rural lifestyle and elite sport

How to apply

If you're a practical, motivated individual who enjoys a rural lifestyle and takes pride in their work, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your experience and suitability via email