Maintainer Operator

Laminex; Rotokawa; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave

Education fund grants

Employee recognition programmes

Company discounts

Job summary

Laminex Taupō is seeking Maintainer Operators to join our manufacturing team in New Zealand. This hands-on role involves operating, setting up, and maintaining plant equipment to keep production safe and efficient.

You will monitor performance, make real-time adjustments, and support quality checks, forklift operations, and troubleshooting to keep lines running. This position works rotating shifts: 4 days on, 4 off, averaging a 42-hour week, with a focus on health & safety and teamwork in a

Qualifications

• At least 2 years’ experience as a Maintainer Operator in manufacturing (wood-based industry preferred).
• Ability to operate, set up and troubleshoot plant machinery.
• Strong health & safety, teamwork and quality standards.
• Basic computer literacy with Outlook and Word; able to navigate plant interfaces.
• Strong problem-solving and proactive learning in a hands-on environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Drivers licence Class 1; forklift licence advantageous.
• Electrical or mechanical trade qualification desirable but not essential.
• Pre-employment medical testing and criminal history clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Operate, set up and maintain plant equipment for safe, efficient production.
• Monitor performance, adjust settings in real time and support quality checks.
• Carry out forklift operations and assist with safety checks.
• Work within a safety-focused environment and follow procedures.
• Support training and adapt to new processes as needed.

Skills

Maintainer Operator experience

Health & safety

Teamwork

Problem solving

Basic computer literacy

Independent worker

Driver's licence (Class 1)

Forklift licence (OSH advantageous)

Electrical or mechanical trade (desire

Education

Electrical or mechanical trade qualification

Tools

Outlook

Word

Plant/system interfaces

Job description

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Laminex New Zealand forms part of the Building Products division of Fletcher Building and we are a trusted business partner with market-leading brands for great design spaces, offering expert knowledge and exceptional value to our customers. We have a fantastic people culture at Laminex, and our priority is to make all our people feel welcomed when they join and feel valued as they continue their journey with us.

About the Role

Laminex Taupō is seeking Maintainer Operators to join our manufacturing team. This hands-on role involves operating, setting up, and maintaining plant equipment to ensure safe and efficient production. You'll play a key role in our safety-focused environment, taking on responsibilities such as setting machine parameters, monitoring performance, making real-time adjustments, and supporting quality checks, troubleshooting, and forklift operations to keep production running smoothly.

This role has rotating shifts: 4 days on and 4 days off - 2 days, 2 nights (an average of 42-hour week).

To succeed in this role, you will have:

• At least 2 years’ experience as a Maintainer Operator within a manufacturing environment (wood-based industry preferred)
• Demonstrated ability to operate, set up, and troubleshoot plant machinery
• Strong commitment to health & safety, teamwork, and quality standards
• Basic computer literacy, including Outlook, Word, and plant/system interfaces
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to learning, with the ability to quickly pick up new processes and apply technical knowledge in a hands-on environment
• Able to work independently while contributing effectively to a team
• Basic computer literacy, with the ability to navigate digital control systems.
• Physically fit, with the ability to work at heights and in confined spaces
• Class 1 Full Drivers Licence, and OSH Forklift Licence (advantageous)
• Electrical or mechanical trade qualification (desirable but not essential)

To ensure your and others safety, we do require pre-employment medical testing and a criminal history clearance. Please only apply if you are legally entitled to work in New Zealand.

You will receive comprehensive on-the-job training to set you up for success. As part of Fletcher Building, you'll also have access to a range of great benefits, including

• Parental leave
• Education fund grants for you and your immediate family
• Employee recognition programmes
• Company discounts with leading retailers

Studies indicate that some females and minority groups may hesitate to apply unless they meet all the criteria.

Our teams thrive on diversity, embracing various nationalities, languages, religions, customs, and lifestyles. We are proud of our diversity and see it as one of the things that make us better together.