Industrial Electrical Technician - Hands-On Plant Role

Placements24; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Overtime pay

Training and development

Competitive salary

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Electrical Technician for an on-site role in Queenstown, Otago. You will install, maintain and repair electrical systems in a manufacturing facility, reading schematics and troubleshooting to minimize downtime.

The ideal candidate has a trade qualification in Electrical Engineering, 2+ years industrial experience, and strong knowledge of motors, VFDs and PLCs. Safety, teamwork and good communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Relevant trade qualification or practical experience in electrical maintenance.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as an Electrical Technician in industrial/manufacturing settings.
• Strong knowledge of motors, VFDs, PLCs and control circuits.
• Proficient in using electrical testing equipment and reading schematics.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain and repair electrical machinery, control panels and related equipment.
• Troubleshoot faults and identify root causes of malfunctions.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance according to schedule.
• Read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics and manuals.
• Ensure all work complies with safety regulations and company policies.
• Assist with commissioning of new equipment and systems.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and inspections.
• Respond to emergency repair requests to minimize downtime.
• Collaborate with maintenance and production staff.
• Keep up-to-date with new electrical technologies and techniques.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Equipment testing

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Trade qualification in Electrical Engineering (e.g., N3)

National Certificate in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Multimeters

Clamp meters

Insulation testers

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Electrical Technician for an on-site role in Queenstown, Otago. You will install, maintain and repair electrical systems in a manufacturing facility, reading schematics and troubleshooting to minimize downtime.

The ideal candidate has a trade qualification in Electrical Engineering, 2+ years industrial experience, and strong knowledge of motors, VFDs and PLCs. Safety, teamwork and good communication are essential.