Automation Systems Engineer: PLC/SCADA Specialist

Silver Fern Farms Limited; Takapau; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted staff meat sales

Employee assistance with career and C/

Job summary

Silver Fern Farms Takapau seeks a motivated Automation Systems Engineer to maintain and install industrial automation equipment and systems on a large food processing site. The role requires PLC/automation experience, NZCE (Electrical) or higher, and strong communication skills with an electrical qualification at Level 4 or above.

The position runs Monday to Friday, 7am to 4pm, with opportunities to work on SCADA/HMI projects and ensure safety standards across the plant.

Qualifications

• Electrical qualification at Level 4 or higher.
• Experience with PLCs, VSDs, SCADA (Ignition preferred) and Rockwell.
• NZCE (Electrical) or tertiary IT or engineering qualification.
• Computer literacy - Word, Excel, databases; CAD preferred.
• Good written, oral and interpersonal communication skills.
• Experience with SCADA development, HMI design, commissioning, and machine safety.
• Knowledge of AS/NZS, IEC, NFPA standards.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and install industrial automation equipment and systems at the Takapau site.
• Collaborate with maintenance and operations to minimize downtime.
• Ensure electrical safety standards and compliance.
• Assist with commissioning and testing of automation projects.

Skills

Industrial automation knowledge

PLC/automation experience

SCADA development

HMI design

Electrical qualification Level 4+

Education

NZCE (Electrical) or tertiary IT/engineering qualification

Tools

Rockwell Automation

SCADA software (Ignition preferred)

CAD

PC hardware

Job description

Silver Fern Farms Takapau seeks a motivated Automation Systems Engineer to maintain and install industrial automation equipment and systems on a large food processing site. The role requires PLC/automation experience, NZCE (Electrical) or higher, and strong communication skills with an electrical qualification at Level 4 or above.

The position runs Monday to Friday, 7am to 4pm, with opportunities to work on SCADA/HMI projects and ensure safety standards across the plant.