Elite Mechanical & Engineering Services — Built Tough, Built Right.
Elite Mechanical & Engineering Services builds, installs, and maintains serious gear — from structural steel and stainless fabrication to nationwide supply and site work.
Mike Mooney, Managing Director
What We Do
Structural steel, stainless fabrication, plant installs, machining, preventative maintenance, and water jet cutting — trusted for major projects nationwide.
Structural Steel Fabrication
Heavy-duty fabrication with certified welding
Stainless & Sheet Metal Work
Food-grade stainless steel fabrication
Machinery & Plant Services
Installation, commissioning, and maintenance
Water Jet Cutting
Precision cutting for complex shapes
Preventative Maintenance
Scheduled maintenance to prevent breakdowns
24/7 Emergency Service
Round-the-clock breakdown support
Proven Track Record
From major food processing facilities to custom fabrication projects, we've delivered solutions that keep New Zealand's industries running strong.
Fonterra Dairy Upgrade
Comprehensive upgrade of processing equipment with ASME certified welding and food-grade stainless steel fabrication.
- •ASME certified welding standards
- •Food-grade stainless steel fabrication
- •24/7 installation to minimize downtime
Silver Fern Conveyor System
Complete stainless steel conveyor line with hygienic design and washdown capability.
- •Complete design and fabrication
- •Hygienic washdown capability
- •Heavy-duty industrial applications
Goodman Fielder Plant Maintenance
24/7 emergency support contract with preventative maintenance and custom fabrication.
- •24/7 emergency response capability
- •Preventative maintenance programs
- •Maximum uptime guarantee
Steel, stainless, and straight-up reliability - built in Whanganui.
Elite Engineering is a family-run crew doing proper work across the lower North Island and beyond. From structural steel supply and nationwide delivery to stainless fitouts, plant installs, and water jet cutting, we back the gear, the crew, and the quality that keeps jobs moving.
Mike Mooney
The Front Man
Mike leads the charge. With decades of experience across structural, stainless, and site installs, he's known for straight talk, sharp standards, and jobs that don't need fixing twice. He's the one clients call when it matters.
Dion Mooney
The Fabricator
Dion runs the shop floor. From heavy structural to stainless food-grade gear, he's the one making sure what leaves the workshop is clean, square, and built to last. Quiet operator, tidy results.
Murray Mooney
The Fixer
Out in the field, boots on, tools ready. Murray handles installs, breakdowns, shutdowns, and keeps things moving when time's tight. Reliable as they come, and fast on the job.
Accreditations and Memberships
Certified to do the work others can't, trusted by major operators across the region.
ASME Certified
Dairy Grade Certified
Structural Steel Certified
Pressure Welding Qualified
Food Safety Compliant
The Crew Behind the Work
Elite's not just a family name, it's a team of 40+ skilled professionals skilled people keeping jobs moving across the country. Welders, fabricators, installers, and admins all work together, on site and in the shop, to get the job done right.
40+ Team Members
Skilled professionals across all trades
Qualified Welders
ASME & structural certified to industry standards
Skilled Fabricators
Precision metalwork, custom solutions every time
24/7 Support
Emergency breakdown service whenever you need us
Join the Crew
Elite isn't just the name — it's how we work. We've been doing this for years. Local crew, local jobs, and long-term clients who trust us to show up, build it once, and build it right.
If you know how to turn up, do it right, and get stuck in — you'll fit in fine here.
Who We're After
- •A welder or fabricator who's tired of sloppy jobs and wants to do it right
- •A fitter or tradie who wants real variety — not the same site every day
- •An apprentice who wants to learn fast, get respect, and get hands-on
What You'll Get
- •Variety. Big builds, shutdowns, plant installs, the lot
- •Room to grow. Learn stainless, structural, and mechanical as you go
- •Fair pay and solid hours. We look after the crew
- •A team that backs you. No egos, no politics, just proper work
Why Join Elite
- •Take pride in tidy work that lasts
- •Be part of a team that has each other's backs
- •Get real respect from clients and contractors
- •Work with gear that works - no messing around
If you've got the skills, we've got the work. Ready to join Elite Engineering?