Manufacturing - Maintenance Electrician

Are you a skilled Maintenance Electrician looking for your next challenge in the manufacturing industry? If you're a qualified, New Zealand-registered Electrician with experience in PLCs and electronic systems, this is an outstanding opportunity to join Nexans New Zealand , a recognised leader in cable manufacturing and electrical solutions. Manufacturing - Maintenance Electrician Why Join Nexans? This is a full-time, permanent position offering long-term career stability and excellent employee benefits, including: Competitive remuneration Medical insurance Income protection and additional insurance benefits Health and wellness initiatives Long Service Leave Ongoing training and development opportunities About Nexans For more than 55 years , Nexans has been a key contributor to New Zealand's infrastructure and economic development. Based in New Plymouth , Nexans New Zealand is part of a global leader in cable manufacturing and cabling solutions. Driven by innovation and quality, Nexans is committed to leading the energy transition and working together to Electrify the Future . About the Role Reporting to the Electrical Team Leader , you'll play a vital role in maintaining production efficiency and ensuring a safe, compliant manufacturing environment. Your responsibilities will include: Carrying out preventative maintenance and first-line servicing of PLCs, electronic systems, and production machinery. Diagnosing faults and completing electrical breakdown repairs using diagnostic software. Assisting with plant modifications, equipment upgrades, and new installations. Maintaining accurate maintenance records through the online maintenance management system. Coordinating with the Maintenance Purchasing Officer to source required parts and equipment. Calibrating electrical equipment and ensuring compliance with relevant standards and quality systems. Supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the manufacturing site. Participating in the electrical callout roster to support the site's 24/7 manufacturing operation. Promoting a strong health and safety culture through hazard identification, reporting, participation in safety initiatives, and adherence to company procedures. Hours of Work Monday to Friday 7:00 am – 3:00 pm Participation in the on-call roster is required. About You To be successful in this role, you'll have: A recognised electrical trade qualification. Current New Zealand Electrical Registration and Practising Licence. Strong experience with PLC and electronic control systems, preferably Omron and Siemens . Solid industrial or manufacturing maintenance experience. Excellent fault-finding and troubleshooting skills. A proactive, reliable, and self-motivated approach. A strong commitment to workplace health and safety. The ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively across all levels of the business. Please note: Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand and be able to complete the required pre-employment background checks successfully. #J-18808-Ljbffr