Calibration Engineer
Kia ora!
Air New Zealand's Engineering and Maintenance division plays a significant part in the safe and reliable operation of our aircraft. Calibration Services currently have a position within our Christchurch operation for a Calibration Engineer to join our team on a permanent, full time day shift basis.
Our Christchurch Calibration Centre carries out work for a wide range of areas: Electrical, Temperature, Torque and Force, Pressure, Mechanical, Dimensional and Flow. The role will include carrying out calibration and repair work in accordance with approved data, customer requirements and company procedures. We support the Calibration needs of Air New Zealand, many South Pacific airlines/MROs and selected industrial customers.
The successful candidate will be a motivated individual who can work as part of a small, highly productive team. Quality orientated with sound judgement, attention to detail and someone who proactively ensures that a Safety and Compliance Culture is in place at all times.
Preference will be given to individuals that have previous metrology experience in an ISO 17025 accredited environment and relevant Avionics/Electronics or Electrical training/qualifications however these are not prerequisites for the role.
We pride ourselves on innovation, quality and delivery of service to ensure we remain at the forefront of our field in all areas, whether serving our customers in the air, or in our engineering departments our focus is excellence in everything we do. Communication skills are important, as is an ability to relate and interact with a wide range of people on a day-to-day basis. A strong customer focus and with excellent time management skills are essential.
Why work for Air New Zealand?
- Discounted flights for you and your whānau on Air New Zealand and partner airlines
- FlexiLeave, giving you the option to purchase up to four extra weeks of leave each year
- Life insurance cover of 100,000 dollars for permanent employees under 65
- Medical expense support through Koruhealth, covering GP visits, prescriptions and more
- A learning culture that supports your next step, not just your current role
If you are interested, please apply online via the Air New Zealand Careers site. Please include a cover letter telling us how your skills and experience will support your success in this role.
Applications close – 12th March 2026
Additional Information
At Air New Zealand, we are proudly committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and believe in creating a truly inclusive workplace where everyone can be themselves and thrive. Our people are our greatest asset – because while everything else we do in our operation can be replicated by our competitors, it is our people that truly set us apart. We are firm believers in celebrating the differences and diversity of thought our people bring to their roles.
Whāia te pae tawhiti kia tata. Ko te pae tata whakamaua, kia tina.
"Seek to bring distant horizons closer. Once near, seize them and make them your reality."