About the role
This is a varied, hands-on role for a qualified roof plumber who wants more than the same roof every day. You'll fabricate in our workshop, help clients get the most out of their new European machinery, and support our training academy.
Key responsibilities
Operate sheet metal machinery (folders, seamers, profilers) safely and efficiently
Manufacture flashings, custom profiles and roofing components to quality standards
Read and interpret drawings, plans and specifications to produce accurate, quality work
Measure, cut, fold and fabricate products, and complete quality checks before dispatch or installation
Visit clients on site to train them on operating and setting up their new machines
Work with machine manuals and technical documentation from our European suppliers, often in German
Complete one-off roofing and cladding jobs on client sites as part of Fribesco's service offering
Prepare flashings, sheets and materials for Roofing & Cladding Academy courses
Keep the workshop organised and safe, follow Health & Safety procedures and report equipment issues
Contribute ideas to improve workshop processes
About you
A trade qualification in roof plumbing or sheet metal work (NZ or overseas equivalent)
Sound knowledge of standing seam roofing systems and installation
At least 3 years' hands-on experience in roofing and sheet metal fabrication
Experience operating sheet metal folding machinery
Working German, to read technical documents and communicate with our European suppliers
A full, current NZ driver licence (essential)
A current forklift licence (essential)
Confidence explaining technical processes to clients
About us
Fribesco supplies high-end European sheet metal machinery, roofing tools and standing seam systems to roofers and fabricators across New Zealand and Australia. We also run the Roofing & Cladding Academy, which offers hands-on standing seam training courses. We're a small, close-knit team in Nelson that values open minds, independence, a can-do attitude and honesty.
Benefits
$32–$38 per hour, based on experience
Minimum 30 guaranteed hours per week, Monday to Friday
In-depth product training on the European machinery brands we supply
Variety: workshop, client sites and training academy
A supportive team in sunny Nelson