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Posted 19 August, 2026

Day Shift Electrician - Kawerau

CHH Woodproducts
Kawerau, BOP, NZ Full Time
Reference: 4808490b04733cd1

Job Description

Join a business that strives for quality and best practice in safeworking conditions Position in a heavy industrial manufacturing plant CarterHolt Harvey is seeking a self-motivated, quality focused individual who isaqualified electrician and may either have control systems or heavyindustrial manufacturing experience.This role is based at our KawerauMill where you will be reporting to the Electrical Supervisor, with hours beinga 4x10 hour day and one weekend worked per month. Explorea lifestyle choice and the many advantages of living in the Bay ofPlenty. Beaches, surf, fishing, lakes, rivers, golfing, cycling, naturewalks all on your back doorstep. The Bay has it all. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide technicalexpertise for continuous improvement processes. Provide breakdownresponse to mills (prioritising as directed). Carrying out shutwork on shut days. Follow up workfrom previous shift, supporting breakdowns, follow ups, etc. Occasional shiftcover to cover absenteeism (dayshift and nightshift). Ensure qualityassurance of external vendors. Opencommunication with the team by wearing radio/shift phone to provide backup if needed. Follow health andsafety requirements across site. THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL: Preferably havecontrol systems experience with control logics PLCs and fault finding on manufacturing plants, automated safety systems. Have the abilityto deliver results on time to meet customer expectations. Have a health andsafety, environmental and quality focus. Ability withreading and interpreting drawings. Expert level ofequipment problem solving skills. Analyticaltrouble shooting ability. The ability towork within time restraints. In return, we can offer: Competitivehourly rate On-goingsupport and training opportunities for personal development Opportunityto gain new skills and experience across the whole department A supportive team culture Fully paid medical care plan throughSouthern Cross Enhanced Company superannuation including the benefits of funded life insurance and income protection Opportunity to be employed in along-term primary industry within NZ Retail benefits through Boost Rewards employment scheme Staff buying privileges atCarters Access to Employee Assistance Programme services About Us: CHH has been in operation for over 150 years manufacturing a fullrange of wood-based building products from our three mills in NZ. Woodproducts include both structural andoutdoor timber for residential, commercial construction and outdoorapplications. Our values are BE SAFE; DRIVE FOR RESULTS; CUSTOMER FOCUSED; ONE TEAM; INTEGRITY AND TRUST. Witha progressive team committed to producing high-quality products to ourcustomers, this is a great chance to build your career with us. Applicantsmust be a New Zealand Resident or have a current work visa, and be able to pass a drug test. Closing Date: Saturday, 12 September 2026 #J-18808-Ljbffr

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