Lead Engineer – Morrinsville Feed Mill

1 week ago

Morrinsville, Waikato, New Zealand Farmlands Co-operati­ve Society Full time NZ$80,000 - NZ$120,000 per year

Competitive pay + great benefits

Kiwi-owned co-operative | Backing rural NZ for 60+ years

Lead a small team and keep things running smoothly

Mō te whai waahi | About the opportunity

We're looking for a Lead Engineer to join our Morrinsville Feed Mill team. You'll lead two Maintenance Fitters and take ownership of repairs, preventative maintenance, and project work to keep the mill operating safely and efficiently. This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll coach your team, manage schedules, and make improvements that matter.

Mōhou ake | About you

5–10 years' engineering experience (feed milling/manufacturing ideal)

Strong technical skills – fitter/turner, welding, machine knowledge

Ability to lead and support a small team

Project management experience

Computer skills (Microsoft Office)

Desirable: Boiler certification or rural/agri background

Mō ngā painga | About the benefits

You'll be rewarded with:

Competitive remuneration package

Sick leave from Day 1

Paid birthday leave

Access to training through our online library, The Greenhouse and LinkedIn Learning

Exclusive Farmlands shareholding offer providing access to a vast array of discounts with our Card Partners

Additional support for parents

Staff discounts at Farmlands Retail Stores

Te Tono | How to apply

If you're practical, proactive, and ready to lead, we'd love to hear from you. Apply online with your CV and cover letter today.

Applications close: 20 November however we are considering applications as received so get yours in early.

Mō matou | About us

At Farmlands Te Whenua Tāroa, New Zealand's largest farming co-operative, we're driven by three core values: Be You, Minds Open, and See It Through. We support NZ farmers and growers to boost profitability and productivity, aiming to be the trusted partner for everyone connected to the land.

With over 1,200 team members across 80+ locations, we offer diverse operations - from retail and feed production to ecommerce and fuel. Join us to be part of a Kiwi-owned brand that values your uniqueness, creativity, and teamwork in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand.

Please note that the successful candidate will have to go through pre-employment checks before starting with us at Farmlands. These will include two references from your two most recent managers, a Ministry of Justice Check, proof of your right to work in New Zealand, a driver's licence check and an ACC background check. For certain roles a drug and alcohol test, credit check and AML check may be required.

Team

Supply Chain

Role

Manufacturing

Locations

Morrinsville Mill

Job Type

Permanent - full-time

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