Maintainer Operator (Electrical) at Fletcher Building

Fletcher Building; Taupo; Hybrid; NZD 52,000 - 66,000; 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 with an Electrical Trade qualification to join our manufacturing team. In this hands-on role, you will combine your electrical expertise with production operations, playing a key role in maintaining, troubleshooting and optimising plant and equipment.

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

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in a manufacturing environment.
• Electrical trade qualification at Level 4 is essential.
• Experience in equipment maintenance and fault-finding.
• Able to operate, set up and troubleshoot plant machinery.
• Strong commitment to health & safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot and optimise plant and equipment.
• Set machine parameters and monitor performance.
• Make real‑time adjustments to support production.
• Assist quality checks and resolve issues promptly.
• Support forklift operations and safety protocols.

Skills

Electrical trade qualification

Plant maintenance

Fault-finding

Troubleshooting plant

Forklift operations

OSH forklift licence

Health & safety

Education

Electrical trade qualification (Level 4)

Tools

Outlook

Microsoft Word

Plant/system interfaces

Job description

General Information

Job Type Permanent Category Manufacturing Business Laminex New Zealand Location Taupo Job Reference 44081 Posted Date 14-Aug-2026 Closing Date 13-Sep-2026

About Us

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 with an Electrical Trade qualification to join our manufacturing team. In this hands‑on role, you will combine your electrical expertise with production operations, playing a key role in maintaining, troubleshooting and optimising plant and equipment. 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:

• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment, supported by an Electrical Trade qualification and hands‑on experience in equipment maintenance, fault‑finding, and plant operations.
• 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 trade qualification essential (level 4)

To ensure your and others safety, we do require pre‑employment medical testing and a criminal history clearance.

What we offer

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, and 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.