Wairarapa Mill - Maintenance Electrician

jnl; Masterton District; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Generous Superannuation Scheme

Excellent training and development

Career progression

On-site café

Free parking

Free annual flu vaccinations

Bi-annual medical and hearing Assess.

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Active social club

Positive workplace culture

Job summary

Juken New Zealand Ltd (JNL) in Masterton is seeking a skilled Maintenance Electrician to join our dedicated maintenance team. This hands-on role carries out both scheduled and breakdown maintenance on a wide range of manufacturing equipment to keep operations running safely and efficiently.

The successful candidate will be an experienced electrician with strong fault-finding abilities, a systematic maintenance approach, and a commitment to working safely within a team-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in industrial or maintenance electrical work.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to learn and grow technical skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out preventative and corrective maintenance on manufacturing equipment.
• Diagnose faults and resolve equipment breakdowns promptly.
• Ensure maintenance activities follow procedures and safety standards.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and plant reliability projects.
• Collaborate with production and maintenance teams to minimise downtime.

Skills

Fault-finding

Independent worker

Safety compliance

Problem solving

Maintenance planning

Education

Electrician qualification

Job description

Maintenance Electrician

Are you an experienced electrician looking for a stable role with a supportive team and a successful New Zealand manufacturer?

Juken New Zealand Ltd (JNL) is one of the Wairarapa's largest employers and a leading manufacturer with a strong commitment to safety, continuous improvement, and employee wellbeing. We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Electrician to join our dedicated maintenance team in Masterton.

In this hands-on role, you will be responsible for both scheduled and breakdown maintenance across a wide range of manufacturing equipment, improvements on machinery and helping to keep our operations running safely and efficiently.

Predominately Day Shift | Monday to Friday | 7.00am to 3.30pm

About the Role

• Reporting to the Electrical Supervisor, you will:
• Carry out preventative and corrective maintenance on manufacturing equipment.
• Diagnose faults and resolve equipment breakdowns in a timely manner.
• Ensure maintenance activities are completed safely and in accordance with established procedures.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and equipment reliability projects.
• Share ideas and recommendations to improve plant performance and productivity.
• Work collaboratively with production and maintenance teams to minimise downtime.

What We Offer

At JNL, we value our people and offer a range of benefits, including:

• Competitive remuneration package.
• Generous Superannuation Scheme with significant employer contributions.
• Excellent training and development opportunities.
• Clear pathways for career progression, including future leadership opportunities.
• On-site café and free parking.
• Free annual flu vaccinations.
• Bi-annual medical and hearing assessments.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Active social club.
• A positive workplace culture with a strong commitment to health, safety, and wellbeing.

What We're Looking For

You will be a qualified and experienced electrician with:

• Experience in industrial or maintenance electrical work.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to work independently and make sound decisions when required.
• A practical, systematic approach to maintenance and troubleshooting.
• A strong commitment to working safely and following procedures.
• Accountability, initiative, and pride in delivering quality work.
• Willingness and ability to learn and grow a more technical skill set.

Experience within a manufacturing environment would be advantageous but is not essential. Most importantly, you will have a genuine interest in industrial maintenance and a willingness to learn and contribute to a high-performing team.

Join Our Team

JNL is committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free workplace. As part of our recruitment process, the successful applicant will be required to complete pre-employment medical and drug screening, along with a criminal history check.

Applicants must have New Zealand residency or hold a valid New Zealand work visa.

Applications close: Friday, 2 October 2026