Industrial Maintenance Technician

Wattie's (Kraft Heinz); Dunedin; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading global food company as an Industrial Maintenance Technician in Dunedin, where you will enhance your skills in a dynamic team and contribute to the maintenance of critical site assets. Enjoy a competitive salary, professional development opportunities, and a collaborative work environment focused on quality, safety, and continuous improvement.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Competitive salary and benefits package

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of FMCG maintenance experience required.
• Experience with preventive and predictive maintenance routines expected.
• NZ Driver's Licence and Forklift licence preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize and execute maintenance activities for site assets.
• Collaborate with Maintenance Team to resolve equipment faults.
• Actively participate in Preventive Maintenance practices.

Skills

Problem-solving

Diagnostic skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Education

Trade Certificate in mechanical, electrical, or engineering

Tools

Computer Maintenance Management System

MS Office

Job description

Industrial Maintenance Technician

• Amazing opportunities for professional development and training to enhance your skills and knowledge
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment

Unlock Your Potential as an Industrial Maintenance Technician at Heinz Watties!

We are looking for a skilled and motivated Industrial Maintenance Technician to join our Dunedin team to prioritise and execute installation, maintenance, and repair of all site assets. You will work collaboratively with the Maintenance team to fault-find, diagnose, and restore performance expectations of manufacturing, packing, and building equipment. Your focus will be on continuous improvement and efficiencies in site utilities, production plant, and equipment, while upholding our Food Safety, Quality, and Health & Safety routines and requirements.

The Company

Kraft Heinz is a leading global food company with a portfolio of iconic brands that bring joy and nourishment to people around the world. We are committed to making a positive impact on the environment, our communities, and the people we serve. Our company is built on a foundation of quality, integrity, and innovation, and we are passionate about creating a better future for all.

Key Responsibilities as an Industrial Maintenance Technician:

• Prioritising and executing installation, maintenance, and repair activities for all site assets to ensure optimal performance and minimise downtime.
• Collaborating with the Maintenance Team to identify and resolve equipment faults, diagnose issues, and restore performance expectations of manufacturing, packing, and building equipment.
• Actively participating in Preventive Maintenance (PM) practices, including developing and implementing PM tasks to prevent equipment failures and reduce maintenance costs.
• Performing mechanical work, such as packing machine product changes, and other tasks as required by the management team to support production and site operations.
• Focusing on continuous improvement and efficiencies in site utilities, production plant, and equipment to optimise performance and reduce waste.
• Actively upholding and participating in the site's Food Safety and Quality routines and requirements to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Actively upholding and participating in the site's Health and Safety routines and requirements to ensure a safe working environment for all employees.
• Providing support to the site leadership team as needed to achieve site goals and objectives.

Note: You may be requested to participate in a Call-Out roster.

About you:

• Minimum 3+ years of FMCG maintenance experience is a MUST!
• Minimum Trade Certificate or modern equivalent in a relevant field (e.g., mechanical, electrical, or engineering)
• NZ Driver's Licence
• Forklift licence (desirable)
• Team player with great people skills
• Proven diagnostic, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills
• Experience with fixed plant engineering maintenance practices (e.g., welding, turning)
• Computer literacy with MS Office and Computer Maintenance Management System
• Experience with preventive and predictive maintenance routines
• Ability to work unsupervised and meet deadlines
• Service and Quality focus with attention to detail
• Organised approach to daily routines with good organisational and time management skills

Benefits of working with us

• A competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for growth and development in a dynamic and inclusive work environment
• The chance to work with a global food company that's passionate about making a difference
• A collaborative and supportive team environment

Ready to make an Impact?

If you are a motivated and experienced Maintenance Technician looking for a new challenge, we want to hear from you! Apply now to join our team and take the first step towards a rewarding and challenging career with Kraft Heinz.

We're an Equal Opportunity Employer!

Kraft Heinz is an equal opportunity employer, and we're committed to providing a workplace that's free from discrimination and harassment. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including:

• People with disabilities
• Women
• Visible minorities
• Indigenous peoples
• LGBTQIA+ individuals
• Veterans