Maintenance Electrician

Clutha NZ; Balclutha; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Heavily discounted staff meat sales

Paid sick leave from date of employment

Confidential employee assistance

Free on-site parking

Branded uniform

Job summary

A leading food processing company in Balclutha is seeking an experienced electrician to manage electrical repair and maintenance across a diverse site. The position operates on a 4/4 roster, offering both proactive maintenance time and extended off periods. Candidates should hold a valid New Zealand Electrical Practicing License and possess strong troubleshooting skills. The company offers discounted staff meat sales, paid sick leave, and a supportive, inclusive environment for all employees.

Qualifications

• Experience in food process or industrial settings is ideal.
• Proactive approach to tasks and troubleshooting.
• Capable of working effectively with a tight-knit team.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for electrical repair, maintenance, and improvement of equipment.
• Minimize production downtime and maximize plant reliability.
• Work on a 4/4 roster of 12-hour shifts.

Skills

Current New Zealand EWRB Electrical Practicing License

Strong knowledge of electrical systems and industrial plant maintenance

Ability to diagnose and repair faults quickly and safely

Self-motivated and able to work independently or within a team

Well organized, with the ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment

Job description

Based in Balclutha, this is a great opportunity for a hands‑on tradesperson to play a key role in keeping our plant operating safely and efficiently. You’ll be responsible for the electrical repair, maintenance, and improvement of equipment across our diverse site—ensuring production downtime is minimised and plant reliability is maximised. With a wide variety of equipment and facilities, no two days will be the same, and you’ll have the opportunity to broaden your skills and experience in a supportive team environment.

Our engineering team works on a 4/4 roster: four 12‑hour days, four days off, four 12‑hour nights, then four days off. This balance allows time for both proactive maintenance and troubleshooting while also giving you regular stretches of time off.

We’re looking for an experienced electrician who can think on their feet, troubleshoot effectively, and work well as part of a tight‑knit team. Food process or industrial experience would be ideal, but above all, you’ll have the right trade skills, a proactive approach, and the drive to get the job done.

Skills and attributes we value:

• Current New Zealand EWRB Electrical Practicing License (essential)
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems and industrial plant maintenance (FMCG experience an advantage)
• Ability to diagnose and repair faults quickly and safely
• Self‑motivated and able to work independently or within a team
• Well organised, with the ability to prioritise in a fast‑paced environment
  

Te Ahurea /Why work at Silver Fern Farms?

Silver Fern Farms are all about Creating Goodness from the Farms the World Needs. Creating goodness is about taking a broader view of what goodness means, how we can create it and the impact it can have. That Goodness is created through the work of our People, the skill & expertise of our Farmers and our customers around the globe. ‘Goodness’ is also about being good to people and communities, animal welfare, and showing care and respect for the environment.

For you, we offer heavily discounted staff meat sales through our on site Butcher's Block, paid sick leave from the date of employment (no waiting for the 6 month anniversary required) and confidential employee assistance with career planning, financial advice and counselling. There’s the added bonus of free on‑site parking and a SFF branded uniform also.

Silver Fern Farms welcomes people from all backgrounds and walks of life. We are proud to have a diverse and inclusive environment and are committed to providing equal opportunities for all team members and applicants. Come and create goodness together with us.