Industrial Automation Engineer - PLC/SCADA Specialist

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

Job summary

Silver Fern Farms Takapau is seeking an Automation Systems Engineer to maintain and install industrial automation across a large food processing site. You will lead PLC/SCADA initiatives, support HMI design, and ensure electrical safety compliance.

The role demands strong communication, time management, and an NZCE (Electrical) or equivalent qualification. Monday–Friday, 7am–4pm, at our Takapau site with opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• NZCE (Electrical) or tertiary IT/engineering qualification.
• Broad-based experience in industrial automation focusing on PLCs, VSDs, SCADA and Rockwell.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, databases; CAD knowledge preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with SCADA (Ignition preferred), HMI design, commissioning and machine safety.
• Confidence in electrical system design and adherence to AS/NZS, IEC, NFPA standards.
• LV wiring and troubleshooting experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and install industrial automation equipment and systems on site.
• Collaborate with site teams to ensure reliability, safety and uptime.
• Support commissioning of new equipment and SCADA developments.

Skills

PLCs, VSDs, SCADA

Rockwell Automation

PC hardware & LANs

Microsoft Office & databases

SCADA development & HMI

Electrical system design (AS/NZS, IEC,

LV wiring & troubleshooting

Education

NZCE (Electrical) or tertiary IT/engineering

Tools

CAD

Ignition/SCADA software

Job description

Silver Fern Farms Takapau is seeking an Automation Systems Engineer to maintain and install industrial automation across a large food processing site. You will lead PLC/SCADA initiatives, support HMI design, and ensure electrical safety compliance.

The role demands strong communication, time management, and an NZCE (Electrical) or equivalent qualification. Monday–Friday, 7am–4pm, at our Takapau site with opportunities for career growth.