Maintenance Engineer

Blue Sky Pastures - Maintenance Engineer

Blue Sky is renowned for tender and succulent New Zealand grass fed lamb raised on our unique southern pastures. We have more than 30 years’ experience and investment in Southland, supported by 400 loyal employees. Our high-quality products supply global markets in more than 40 countries.

At Blue Sky we know that great people are the absolute key to the continued success of our business. With ongoing investment and our goal to be the best niche red meat company in the world by 2032 now is an exciting time to join a stable, quality focused and highly regarded Southland company.

The Role

We have an exciting opportunity to join the Blue Sky team as a Maintenance Engineer. In this role you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operation of mechanical equipment on-site, performing essential plant repairs, and ensuring ongoing maintenance tasks. Each day brings new challenges, offering opportunities for professional growth and upskilling. We are looking for a proactive Maintenance Engineer who is ideally trade-qualified or nearing completion of their trade, with a strong track record of hands-on mechanical experience.

Key Responsibilities :

• Carry out preventative maintenance, diagnostics, and mechanical servicing of plant equipment.
• Perform breakdown response and root cause analysis.
• Maintain accurate records using our maintenance management system (CMMS).
• Support plant reliability by identifying areas for mechanical improvement.
• Uphold high standards of food safety hygiene and health and safety compliance.
• Assist with planned maintenance activities during the winter shut period.

Skills and Experience :

Other Responsibilities

Blue Sky offers an attractive salary package, health & life insurance, plant meat sales, on site health services including physio, counselling and our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and a great family environment.

To apply, please email your CV and cover letter to (emailprotected). Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand and undergo a pre-employment medical examination and drug / alcohol screening as a pre-requisite.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

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