chief plant operating engineering technician

5 days ago

Manukau, Auckland, New Zealand National Steel Ltd Full time NZ$63,000 - NZ$94,500 per year

We have a vacancy for a Full time Chief Plant Operating Engineering Technician in the Auckland region, who are prepared to thrive in a company, focused on quality, growth and development in metal industry. You will be required to work between minimum 30 hours to maximum 45 hours in a week. Our business operates throughout the week from 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. In this role, you may be required to work flexible hours during the week, weekends, and statutory holidays.

Job Responsibilities

  • Supervise daily operations of the metal recycling plant, ensuring continuous, safe, and efficient processing of materials.

  • Oversee plant equipment operation including metal shredders, balers, shears,conveyors, and sorting systems, ensuring all machinery complied with operational standards and safety regulations.

  • Conducted preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs of mechanical, electrical, systems to maintain productivity.

  • Coordinate with engineering and safety teams to implement upgrades and ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety protocols.

  • Train and supervise plant technicians and machine operators in equipment handling, troubleshooting, and workplace safety procedures.

  • Focus on waste reduction, energyefficiency, and cost control.

  • Installation of new industrial equipment, including operational testing.

  • Liaised with external contractors, vendors, and environmental inspectors to ensure compliance with New Zealand environmental standards.

  • Applied strong problem-solving skills in high-pressure situations to maintain plant uptime and address unexpected equipment failures.

Key requirements

ü To be successful you should have minimum of 2 years of relevant industry work experience

ü Good communication skills

ü Must be physical fit

ü A positive attitude and a great work ethic

ü Excellent skills in problem-solving

ü Clean Character Background

Salary can be negotiated as per your proven experience level; it will range from $35 per hour to $45 per hour.

If you are interested in this role and you think this is the right position, then apply online with your updated CV and cover letter.

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