Maintenance Electrician

About the role

Silver Fern Farms is seeking a motivated Maintenance Electrician to join its engineering team at the Takapau lamb processing site in Central Hawke's Bay. You will work on day‑to‑day electrical reliability, repairs and maintenance across a large industrial food‑processing environment.

Key responsibilities

• Perform preventative and corrective electrical maintenance on plant equipment.
• Diagnose faults, implement solutions and ensure first‑time fixes.
• Support installation and commissioning of new site equipment.
• Collaborate with the wider engineering team on projects and continuous‑improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate records of work performed and compliance with safety standards.

Required profile

• Relevant trades qualification with full NZ EWRB electrical registration.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a tight‑knit maintenance team.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Good interpersonal skills and a proactive, “get‑the‑job‑done” attitude.

Required skills

• Experience or exposure to PLC systems.
• Familiarity with Variable Speed Drives (VSDs).
• Solid understanding of electrical principles and industrial maintenance procedures.

What we offer

• Competitive salary and a standard 45‑hour work week with flexible start times (5 am, 7 am or 2.30 pm).
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Supportive team environment and opportunities to work on large‑scale projects.
• Relocation benefits to enjoy the lifestyle and community of Central Hawke's Bay.