Maintenance Electrician | Harewood

George Weston Foods; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Maintenance Electrician at a leading FMCG company, where you'll ensure high-quality electrical services and optimize productivity. This role offers the chance to work in a collaborative environment, with a focus on safety and operational performance. With a commitment to employee development and community support, this innovative firm provides a competitive remuneration package and opportunities for personal growth. If you're passionate about electrical maintenance and thrive in a fast-paced setting, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration package

Ongoing support and training opportunities

Paid volunteer days

Free products and bread on-site

Study assistance

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in electrical maintenance in FMCG.
• Registered with the Electrical Workers Registration Board of NZ.

Responsibilities

• Identify and implement maintenance opportunities for electrical systems.
• Achieve maintenance and reliability targets to minimize downtime.

Skills

Electrical Maintenance

Problem-Solving Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Full Electrical License

Job description

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Maintenance Electrician | Harewood

Maintenance Electrician Advert

At George Weston Foods (GWF) – Baking Division NZ, our purpose is "Everyday Moments Of Goodness". With iconic Kiwi brands such as Tip Top, Bakeries, Golden, Ploughman’s, Burgen, and Big Ben, how can you not be excited?

As part of George Weston Foods Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary of Associated British Foods plc, Baking Division NZ is a people, quality, customer, and consumer-focused FMCG company, employing over 700 people across New Zealand and operating four manufacturing sites.

About the role

Join our busy team at Harewood Bakery, providing round-the-clock support to ensure our products are delivered on time. This varied role is responsible for high-quality electrical services and supporting production and site activities to optimize productivity and minimize downtime.

Position: Maintenance Electrician
Location: Harewood, Christchurch
Shift: 12:00 PM to 12:00 AM, 4 days on & 4 days off (rotating roster)
Requirements: Public holidays and weekend work are essential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify and implement maintenance opportunities, including improving maintenance schedules for electrical equipment and systems.
• Achieve maintenance and reliability targets.
• Optimize productivity and minimize downtime.
• Use strong problem-solving skills to find faults and solve problems.
• Implement improvements to drive operational performance.
• Partner with our production team and onsite leaders.
• Champion high standards of food safety, health, and safety practices.

About You:

• Minimum of 3 years’ electrical maintenance experience in an FMCG environment.
• Full Electrical license and registered with the Electrical Workers Registration Board of NZ.
• Ability to work rotating night shifts.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Great attention to detail and results-driven.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Why join us?

At GWF, we live and breathe our four values: SAFE, COURAGEOUS, TRUSTING & COLLABORATIVE. As a diverse business with a proud heritage, we offer a broad range of career opportunities, challenging and supporting our people to "act like owners of the business".

• A competitive remuneration package.
• Ongoing support and training opportunities for personal and professional development.
• Caring Everyday community program – paid days to volunteer.
• Free products & bread available for daily consumption on-site.
• Study assistance and much more!

APPLY NOW!!

To apply for this opportunity, please submit your application by clicking on the ‘apply now’ button.

During the recruitment process, you may be required to complete pre-employment screening tests, including a medical check, drug and alcohol test, and criminal record check.

At Tip Top, we strive to create a place where Everyone belongs, Everyone is valued, and Everyone has equal opportunity. We encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures, including LGBTQI+ community members and people living with disabilities.

To help us get to know you better, we are happy to adjust our recruitment process to support accessibility needs. Please let us know your needs by contacting [e-mail].