Industrial Electrician & Maintenance Engineer

About the role

Join a global leader in functional fruit ingredients and support the operation of a world‑class food manufacturing plant in Mount Maunganui. You will work on a rotating shift pattern, primarily Monday‑Friday, with a night shift every fourth week, ensuring reliable plant performance.

Key responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance, fault‑finding and breakdown repairs on electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Support production teams with equipment setup, optimisation and troubleshooting.
• Maintain high standards of safety, reliability and workmanship throughout the plant.
• Contribute to continuous‑improvement initiatives and plant upgrades.

Required profile

• NZ‑registered and licensed Industrial Electrician or trade‑qualified Maintenance Engineer.
• Experience in food or FMCG manufacturing environments (preferred).
• Strong electrical fault‑finding ability combined with mechanical aptitude.
• Comfortable working shift patterns and a proactive team player.

Required skills

• Industrial electrical systems
• Electrical fault‑finding and troubleshooting
• Pneumatic systems maintenance
• Bearings and general plant maintenance

What we offer

• Competitive remuneration and Southern Cross Health & Income Protection Insurance.
• 5 weeks annual leave plus birthday leave.
• Supportive team culture with a strong safety focus.
• Long‑term, secure role within a global organisation.