Industrial Electrician / Foreman

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. If you're looking for a role with greater variety, real responsibility and the opportunity to work on quality industrial projects, we want to hear from you. With more than 30 years of experience delivering industrial electrical and automation solutions throughout New Zealand, our client has built a reputation for technical excellence, quality workmanship and long-standing client relationships. As they continue to grow, they are looking for an experienced Industrial Electrician / Foreman to join their Christchurch team. What's in it for you? Join a close-knit team where your experience is valued and your voice is heard Interesting and varied industrial projects across a diverse range of industries Company vehicle, phone and everything you need to hit the ground running Competitive wages, plus overtime and on-call allowances Ongoing training, development and opportunities to progress your career Permanent full-time role with a well-established business that has been delivering quality work for over 30 years What you'll be doing This isn't a role where you'll be doing the same thing every day. You'll be trusted to lead projects from the ground up while remaining hands-on with the team. You'll be responsible for: Leading industrial electrical projects on site Planning work so projects run efficiently from day one Supervising electricians and mentoring apprentices Reading and interpreting electrical drawings, schematics and P&IDs Troubleshooting industrial electrical systems Delivering exceptional workmanship and customer service Building strong relationships with clients and project teams Maintaining high safety and quality standards Working away or overtime when projects require it About you You're someone people naturally look to for direction. You enjoy solving problems, staying organised and getting the job done properly. You'll bring: Current EWRB practising licence Strong industrial electrical experience Previous Foreman or site leadership experience The ability to confidently lead a crew while remaining hands-on Experience mentoring apprentices Strong planning and organisational skills The ability to read electrical schematics, drawings and P&IDs Excellent communication and customer service skills A positive attitude and pride in your work PLC and VSD experience (advantageous but not essential) Ready to join? If you're looking for a company where your experience is valued, your leadership makes a difference and every day brings something different, we'd love to hear from you. #J-18808-Ljbffr