Electrician

Nutreco; Netherlands; On-site; EUR 40,086 - 55,503; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP match

Health benefits

Vacation 80h

Annual bonus

Relocation benefits

Immigration support

Job summary

Skretting, a Nutreco company, seeks an Electrician (Red Seal Industrial) for our St. Andrews, NB facility.

This full-time role covers maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs of electrical systems, with 12-hour shifts (4 per week) and collaborative, safety-focused operations. Ideal candidates hold Red Seal Industrial Electrician certification, have 2+ years in manufacturing, and can read schematics, service motors/PLCs, sensors and drives while upholding safety standards.

Qualifications

• Red Seal Industrial Electrician certification is required.
• Minimum two years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong experience troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems in industrial settings.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals.
• Experience working with motors, controls, PLCs, sensors, drives, conveyors, and automated equipment.
• Knowledge of preventative maintenance practices, equipment reliability, and safe work procedures.
• Ability to diagnose electrical faults quickly and complete repairs to minimize downtime.
• Strong understanding of electrical codes, lockout/tagout procedures, and workplace health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections and preventive maintenance on equipment following schedules.
• Troubleshoot and repair defects or malfunctions, including emergencies.
• Execute planned maintenance tasks, occasionally supervising third-party technicians.
• Order spare parts and materials as needed.
• Implement modifications and technical improvements.
• Collaborate with management on quality and technical issues.
• Log maintenance activities in CMMS for records and history.

Skills

Red Seal Industrial Electrician

Manufacturing experience

Electrical troubleshooting

Reading schematics/blueprints

Motors/PLCs/Drives

Lockout/Tagout safety

Safety procedures

Tools

PLC controls

Job description

Job Description

Join Our Purpose - Feeding the Future

Role: Electrician (Red Seal Industrial)

Location: St. Andrews, NB

Hours: Full-Time. 12 Hours shifts 4 shifts a week. 2 Days & 2 Nights

Vacancy Type: New

Why join us

Get ready to Own Impact as Electrician (Red Seal Industrial) at Skretting, a Nutreco company. As global leaders in animal nutrition and aquafeed, our shared purpose of Feeding the Future is making a positive global impact for generations to come. Join us in this impactful role and help deliver the production of feed, in a sustainable way to a growing population. Own your direction, Own your development and Own your path.

What you’ll do

We are looking for a motivated Electrician to join our team. This role is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical systems, preventive maintenance, emergency repairs, also collaborate with other departments and third-party agencies and technicians and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the plant, ensure compliance with safety regulations, standards, and procedures, addressing hazards proactively.

• Perform inspections and preventive maintenance on equipment, machinery, and installations following schedules and checklists.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and repair defects or malfunctions, including emergency and corrective repairs.
• Execute planned and complex maintenance tasks, sometimes supervising third-party technicians.
• Order spare parts, materials, or custom-made components as needed for maintenance or repairs.
• Carry out modifications, overhaul, and propose technical improvements based on expertise.
• Collaborate with management on quality and technical issues, providing solutions to avoid recurring problems.
• Log all maintenance activities in maintenance management systems to ensure proper records and equipment history.

Who we’re looking for

• Red Seal Industrial Electrician certification is required.
• Minimum two years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong experience troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems in an industrial, manufacturing, food/feed, or production environment.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals.
• Experience working with motors, controls, PLCs, sensors, drives, conveyors, and automated equipment.
• Knowledge of preventative maintenance practices, equipment reliability, and safe work procedures.
• Ability to diagnose electrical faults quickly and complete repairs to minimize production downtime.
• Strong understanding of electrical codes, lockout/tagout procedures, and workplace health and safety standards.

You’ll also need

• Ability to operate under pressure with constantly changing priorities and deadlines.
• Ability to communicate and deal with various stakeholders with tact and diplomacy.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with internal stakeholders, contractors, and vendors.
• Flexible and adaptable, with willingness to support other maintenance functions as required.
• Availability to work shifts, overtime, weekends, or on-call coverage as needed.

What you’ll receive

As part of Nutreco, you’ll be a member of the SHV family, a diverse group of companies with global footprint. Join us and you’ll gain access to a wide network of expertise and global career paths. You’ll also benefit from the backing of one of the world’s largest privately owned businesses, known for its stability and long-term focus.

In addition, you’ll receive

• Robust RRSP plan with employer matching.
• Competitive health benefits - Medical/Dental/Vision.
• 80 hours of vacation to start (tiered).
• Annual bonus.
• Relocation benefits within Canada.
• Support with immigration process for NB-PNP program.

How and why to find out more

We can offer you a rewarding career with real meaning and purpose. Where you’ll feel proud of the impactful role you perform every day and the part you play in Feeding the Future. So, if you’re interested in joining us, get ready to Own your progress, your potential and your career. We aim to review all applications within five business days and will get back to you as soon as possible.

Additional information

AI Screening Disclosure: Nutreco does not use artificial intelligence (AI) or automated decision‑making tools to screen, assess, or select candidates at any stage of the recruitment process. All applications are reviewed directly by our Talent Acquisition team and hiring managers.

Eligibility: Candidates applying to job openings must already be authorized to work independently in the country where the position is based. Employer sponsorship is not available for this role.

Background Check: Final candidates who are offered a position will be required to undergo a criminal background check and physical/drug testing (USA role only).

Employment Equity: We are committed to employment equity and encourage applications from qualified individuals, including women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities.

Pay Transparency Statement: Compensation for roles at Nutreco varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, education, and level of experience. We believe in the importance of pay equity and consider the internal equity of our current team members as a part of any final offer.