Electrical & Control Technician – PLC & Automation

Anzco Foods Limited; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Anzco Foods Limited in Auckland, NZ, seeks an Electrical & Control Systems Technician to be the go-to expert for low-voltage electrical, control and automation systems. Reporting to the Engineering manager, you will ensure uninterrupted operations of PLCs, HMIs, VFDs and refrigeration controls, while coordinating external electricians and contractors.

You will perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot using schematics and P&IDs, and support safety, quality and uptime targets across our

Qualifications

• 3-5 years' experience in food, beverage or FMCG manufacturing
• Proven skills in Rockwell and Omron PLCs, plus FactoryTalk HMI systems
• Strong knowledge of VFD drives (e.g., Allen-Bradley Powerflex, Danfoss) and refrigeration controls
• Ability to read and interpret electrical diagrams and control schematics
• Experience managing contractors and enforcing compliance

Responsibilities

• Carry out inspections, testing and preventive maintenance on panels, cabling and switchgear
• Troubleshoot using electrical schematics, control drawings and P&IDs
• Program, design and commission PLCs (Rockwell Studio 5000, Omron CX-One)
• Configure and maintain HMIs (FactoryTalk) and Ignition SCADA
• Monitor critical control equipment and support engineering projects
• Supervise contractors and ensure compliance with site safety, hygiene and food standards

Skills

Electrical systems

Control systems

Preventive maintenance

Contractor management

Tools

Rockwell PLCs

Omron PLCs

FactoryTalk HMI

Ignition SCADA

VFD drives

Refrigeration controls

Job description

Anzco Foods Limited in Auckland, NZ, seeks an Electrical & Control Systems Technician to be the go-to expert for low-voltage electrical, control and automation systems. Reporting to the Engineering manager, you will ensure uninterrupted operations of PLCs, HMIs, VFDs and refrigeration controls, while coordinating external electricians and contractors.

You will perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot using schematics and P&IDs, and support safety, quality and uptime targets across our