Maintenance Electrician

Overview

Position Title : Maintenance Electrician

Position Type : Regular - Full-Time

Position Location : Hastings

Requisition ID :

Join Our Team as an Maintenance Electrician!

Are you a trade-qualified electrician with experience in manufacturing environments?

Do you want to make a real impact in promoting safety, driving plant efficiency, and supporting continuous improvement?

If so, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain all onsite electrical systems and equipment, working in a rostered environment (2x day shifts, 2x night shifts, then 4 days off).

Ensure maximum efficiency and availability of plant operations, execute preventative maintenance, and swiftly address breakdowns.

Foster a strong safety culture, comply with company and legislative standards, and collaborate across teams to support a high-performing, professional environment.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct daily maintenance and inspection work orders using SAP

Troubleshoot and maintain PLCs, drives, and control circuits

Respond to equipment breakdowns (call outs)

Participate in electrical installations, test and tag, and fabrication

Maintain compliance with all electrical and safety standards – including LOTO, JSA, and hazard assessments

Support, train, and develop your colleagues, sharing your expertise

Lead or contribute to continuous improvement initiatives (Kaizen, Six Sigma)

Attend and contribute to shift meetings and handovers, ensuring seamless communication at all times

Complete all necessary documentation to maintain plant programs and quality systems

What You'll Bring

Current New Zealand electrical registration and relevant trade qualification

Experience with Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)

Strong knowledge of PLC systems and fault-finding / problem-solving skills

Solid understanding of manufacturing best practices : GMP, HACCP, Lean Manufacturing

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Motivation to cross-train and add value across the wider business

Why Join Us

Work in a supportive environment where safety and teamwork are valued

Opportunities for ongoing training and professional growth

Be a key player in a business committed to quality and continuous improvement

Receive access to a fully subsidised Health Insurance, Income Protection, Life, and Critical Illness Insurance policies

Ready to take the next step in your electrical maintenance career?

Apply today and become part of our dedicated team!

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from all qualified candidates.

Shortlisted applicants may be required to undergo drug and medical testing, and provide proof of qualifications, identification, and working rights in New Zealand.

McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer.

As a global family-owned company, we strive to be the employer of choice in the diverse communities around the world in which we live and work.

We recognize that inclusion drives our creativity, resilience, and success and makes our business stronger.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

McCain is an accessible employer.

If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials or accessible meeting rooms), please let us know and we will work with you to find appropriate solutions.

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Job Family : Engineering & Technical; Manufacturing

Division : ANZ

Department : Hastings Maintenance Electrical

Location(s) : NZ - New Zealand : Hawke's Bay : Hastings

Company : McCain Foods (NZ) Limited

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