Maintenance Engineer - Tuakau

Draft NZ Limited; Tuakau; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Secure full-time position

Modern production environment

Opportunities for continuous learning

Job summary

Jora New Zealand is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Engineer to keep Tuakau site plant, machinery, buildings and wastewater systems running reliably. You will support production continuity and continuous improvement in a premium production environment.

The role requires practical NZ maintenance experience, a strong safety mindset, and collaboration with engineering teams and external service providers.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' NZ work experience in a maintenance engineering role.
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug test and MOJ check.
• NZ driver's license and reliable transport.

Responsibilities

• Execute plant start-ups and shut-downs per SOPs and manuals.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical issues to minimize downtime.
• Deliver preventive maintenance on daily/weekly/monthly schedules.
• Maintain machinery to production-ready condition.
• Uphold health and safety standards for personnel and contractors.
• Identify and propose engineering/process improvements.
• Collaborate with site leadership, engineering teams, and external providers.

Skills

Maintenance engineering

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Health & safety

Reporting to leadership

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

The Opportunity:

You will play a key role in ensuring the consistent and efficient operation of plant, machinery, buildings, and supporting infrastructure, including wastewater systems. Your expertise will directly support production continuity, operational excellence, and continuous improvement across the site.This role is suited to a technically strong professional who values precision, safety, and reliability within a premium production environment

Key Responsibilities

• Execute plant start-ups and shut-downs in strict accordance with SOPs and operational manuals
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical and equipment issues promptly to minimize downtime
• Deliver structured preventive maintenance across daily, weekly, and monthly schedules
• Maintain all machinery and equipment in optimal, production-ready condition
• Uphold and promote best-practice health and safety standards for all personnel and contractors
• Proactively identify and recommend engineering and process improvements
• Collaborate with site leadership, engineering teams, and trusted external service providers
• Perform additional duties aligned with operational excellence as required

Role Focus

• Ownership of day-to-day plant and machinery performance at the Tuakau site
• Prevention-first maintenance philosophy to reduce unplanned stoppages
• Clear, professional reporting to Engineering and Production leadership

Non-Negotiable Requirements

• Minimum 2 years' proven NZ work experience in a maintenance engineering role
• Minimum x2 Contactable professional references
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test
• Undergo a pre-employment Ministry of Justice (MOJ) check
• Valid New Zealand driver's license and own reliable transport
• Strong commitment to workplace health and safety and compliance standards

What's On Offer

• A secure, full-time position within a stable, high-standard operation
• Work in a well-maintained, modern production environment
• Opportunity to contribute to continuous improvement and engineering excellence
• Supportive leadership and clear expectations in a professional setting

Please note only applicants that meet the criteria and are eligible to work in New Zealand without restrictions will be contacted.

Additional information

• Full Time, On-Going
• Monday - Friday; AM Shift
• Tuakau Based