Electrical Dairy Technician

Electrical Dairy Technician Rangiora | Permanent | Full-Time Immediate Start Available We are looking for a qualified Electrician who enjoys varied, hands‑on technical work in the dairy industry. This is a field‑based role providing specialist electrical and maintenance support to dairy farms across the Rangiora and North Canterbury region. If you like solving problems on‑site, working with both electrical and mechanical systems, and delivering great service to farmers, this is an excellent opportunity. What You’ll Do Install, service, and repair milking machines and dairy equipment Carry out electrical fault‑finding, repairs, and installations on farms Perform servicing, testing, and compliance checks on dairy systems Undertake mechanical repairs, including pumps, motors, and basic fabrication/welding Provide on‑farm troubleshooting and technical support to customers Mentor and support a junior Electrical Technician working towards registration About You Essential Full EWRB Electrical Licence Strong practical electrical and fault‑finding skills Hands‑on mechanical aptitude (pumps, motors, dairy equipment) Reliable, customer‑focused, with a positive attitude Full NZ work rights and ability to work locally in Rangiora/North Canterbury Advantageous Previous experience with dairy milking equipment or farm machinery Welding and fabrication skills What We Offer Permanent full‑time role based in Rangiora Competitive hourly rate of $40 – $45 per hour (depending on experience) Regular hours (7:30 am – 4:00 pm) with some flexibility during peak season On‑call roster (approximately every 10–12 weeks) Ongoing training and development opportunities Supportive team environment with real job variety This is a rare chance to use your electrical qualification in a specialised, rewarding field role with strong job security in the dairy industry. Apply Now Please send your CV and a short cover note outlining your electrical experience and why you’re interested in this role. #J-18808-Ljbffr