Maintainer Operator (Qualified Electrician)

Laminex; Taupo; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Parental leave

Education fund grants

Employee recognition programmes

Shops/retail 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 maintain, troubleshoot and optimise plant and equipment, setting machine parameters, monitoring performance and making real-time adjustments to ensure production runs smoothly.

This role requires a minimum of 2 years' experience in manufacturing, a strong commitment to health & safety, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a manufacturing environment with hands-on equipment maintenance.
• Experience in fault-finding and plant operation.
• Strong commitment to health & safety, teamwork and quality standards.
• Basic IT literacy (Outlook, Word, plant interfaces) and ability to learn new systems.
• Capable of working independently while contributing to a team.
• Class 1 Full Drivers Licence; OSH Forklift Licence advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot and optimise plant and equipment.
• Set machine parameters and monitor performance with real-time adjustments.
• Support quality checks and general maintenance activities.
• Operate forklift as required and participate in safety initiatives.

Skills

Fault-finding

Troubleshooting

Plant maintenance

Teamwork

Education

Electrical Trade qualification

Job description

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)

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.

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.

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.