CHIEF PLANT OPERATING ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN

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, energy efficiency , 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.