Maintenance Electrician

2 weeks ago

Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand Straitnz Full time

Job Overview

We are seeking a skilled and qualified maintenance electrician to join our team at Straitnz. As a key member of our operations team, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth running of our manufacturing plant.

This hands-on and fast-paced position involves supporting the Maintenance and wider operations teams to minimise plant downtime and optimise production efficiency through the prompt diagnosis, maintenance, and continuous improvement of electrical systems.

You will work closely with our experienced team to diagnose and repair breakdowns, identify opportunities for productivity improvements, and implement initiatives to reduce downtime and improve overall equipment effectiveness.

The ideal candidate will have a current NZ electrical license/registration, minimum 2 years' experience in an industrial environment, and a strong understanding of PLC-based control systems and networking.

Key Responsibilities

  • Diagnostic and repair work to resolve breakdowns
  • Identifying, planning, and implementing productivity initiatives and projects to effectively reduce downtime and improve OE and plant optimisation (of electrical systems)
  • Ensuring planned electrical preventative maintenance and system checks are completed to schedule and in a timely manner
  • Providing PLC diagnostic and installation support, including ad-hoc programming as required
  • Ensuring that all electrical equipment and installations are safe and compliant to AS/NZ standards
  • Updating all electrical/engineering and other site documentation required
  • Contributing to plant preparation for planned maintenance shutdown work and cleaning programmes
  • Ensuring all plant and site equipment is operational and ready for production start-up

Requirements

  • A current NZ electrical license/registration (trade qualified)
  • Minimum 2+ years' experience within an industrial environment (food manufacturing/FMCG preferred)
  • Understanding of PLC-based control systems and networking (Experience with Allen Bradley or Rockwell)
  • Excellent communication and relationship building skills
  • Accountability – confidently making and owning decisions
  • Passion for developing others and sharing knowledge with the wider team
  • Positivity and a solutions-focused approach
  • Initiative and ability to self-motivate
  • Commitment to Health & Safety and ensuring best practices are followed in the workplace
  • Eagerness to grow your career with us – keen to learn and open to new ideas

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