Build Your Career at Rubber Bits NZ
We are an established Kiwi owner-operated business with 50 years of heritage in Lower Hutt. We offer stable employment, competitive pay, and a down-to-earth, supportive team culture.
50 Years of Stability
As a division of Sigmma Engineering Ltd, we have provided reliable, secure employment to Lower Hutt and Wellington tradespeople since 1980.
Practical Kiwi Values
We pride ourselves on honesty, quality craftsmanship, and looking after our people. All safety equipment, tools, and training provided.
Diverse Hands-On Work
No two days are alike: from custom cutting gaskets for Cook Strait ferries to supplying automated Interroll conveyor modules for state-of-the-art logistics centres.
Current Open Roles in Lower Hutt
Apply directly or get in touch for a confidential discussion about future opportunities.
Conveyor Belting & Splicing Technician
Looking for a hands-on mechanical technician experienced in heavy-duty conveyor belt installation, hot and cold vulcanised splicing, mechanical clip joints, and roller servicing.
- Perform hot and cold vulcanised splicing on industrial and food grade conveyor belts
- Attend scheduled maintenance and emergency callouts at client manufacturing plants and quarries
- Fit and service conveyor rollers, drive drums, lagging, and scraper systems
- Ensure strict compliance with health & safety standards both in workshop and on customer sites
- Proven experience in conveyor belting or mechanical fitting trade
- Valid, clean NZ Driver Licence (Class 1, Class 2 an advantage)
- Reliable, self-motivated with solid problem-solving skills
- Physical fitness for handling industrial materials and onsite work
Industrial Rubber & Foam Fabricator
Operate precision slitting, die-cutting, punch presses, and CNC cutting equipment to produce custom rubber washers, gaskets, extrusions, and foam padding.
- Read engineering drawings and customer specifications for custom cut parts
- Operate hydraulic clicker presses, roll slitters, and manual cutting tables
- Bond rubber-to-metal components and apply specialised adhesive backings
- Maintain quality checks on tolerances, material thickness, and edge finish
- Experience in industrial manufacturing, plastics, rubber, or sheet metal fabrication
- Meticulous attention to detail and dimensional accuracy (metric units)
- Strong team player with positive attitude and pride in workmanship
Trade Counter & Technical Sales Estimator
Assist trade clients, marine contractors, councils, and industrial engineers with technical material selection, pricing quotations, and product orders.
- Provide knowledgeable, friendly advice at our Lower Hutt trade counter and via phone/email
- Prepare detailed quotations for rubber sheeting, matting, extrusions, and belting
- Liaise with our workshop team to schedule custom cutting and onsite service jobs
- Build long-term relationships with procurement managers and domestic DIY clients
- Previous experience in industrial trade supply, engineering, or building merchants
- Excellent verbal and written communication in New Zealand English
- Proficient computer skills and prompt follow-through
Don’t See Your Exact Role?
We are always keen to hear from experienced vulcanisers, lathe machinists, gasket cutters, and warehouse storepeople in the Wellington region. Send us your CV.