Automation-Focused Site Electrician – Industrial Maintenance

Kiwi Lumber Group; Masterton District; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate with bonus

Retention bonus first year

Ongoing training and development

Health checks and flu vaccines (opt)

Medical insurance (opt)

Staff Referral Scheme

Job summary

Kiwi Lumber is seeking a fully registered electrician for an on-site role in Masterton, NZ, focusing on automation, production flow and electrical maintenance. You will work closely with team members and contractors to ensure reliable operations.

You will plan and execute electrical maintenance, diagnose faults, coordinate with multiple departments and tune machine centres. The role offers training, development and a clear pathway within a growing sawmilling company.

Qualifications

• Must be a fully registered electrician.
• Experience in an industrial/manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical/control and PLC systems.

Responsibilities

• Plan, manage and execute electrical maintenance.
• Eliminate breakdowns and implement corrective actions.
• Diagnose root causes of faults and make recommendations.
• Coordinate and perform administrative duties as needed.
• Sequence and tune machine centres on site.

Skills

Self-motivation

Strategic thinking

Problem-solving

Communication

Planning & organisation

Job description

Kiwi Lumber is seeking a fully registered electrician for an on-site role in Masterton, NZ, focusing on automation, production flow and electrical maintenance. You will work closely with team members and contractors to ensure reliable operations.

You will plan and execute electrical maintenance, diagnose faults, coordinate with multiple departments and tune machine centres. The role offers training, development and a clear pathway within a growing sawmilling company.