Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer

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Join a world-leading manufacturing operation based in Gisborne! We are looking for a Dual Trade / Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer to be part of a highly automated, cutting-edge facility producing engineered timber products. This is an advanced manufacturing environment with state-of-the-art automation, robotics, and control systems.

This is a great chance to join a growing company at the forefront of advanced manufacturing as they move to 24/7 production.

This is a 12hr rotating shift pattern of 4 on / 4 off (2 days, 2 nights).

The Role

You will play a key role in operating, maintaining, and continuously improving an advanced production process.
Key Responsibilities Include:

• Operate and maintain a fully automated production line.
• Troubleshoot and repair machine centres, minimising downtime.
• Conduct quality control checks and ensure compliance with production standards.
• Perform routine maintenance and engage in preventative maintenance to optimise plant performance.
• Work collaboratively in a high-performance, skilled workforce - no general machine operators here!
• Diagnose and repair faults in PLC-controlled systems and automated production lines.
• Be flexible to attend callouts outside normal shift hours when required.

Ideal Experience

• Trade qualified as a Millwright / Multiskilled Technician, Electrician or Fitter
• Experience in industrial maintenance, automation, or advanced continuous manufacturing.
• Experienced with Automated production machinery
• Good mechanical skills essential
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with an interest in process improvement.

For overseas applicants. Visa sponsorship is available, but for an electrician – you must have your NZ EWRB assessment/license eligibility completed, please send this as part of your application.

What's in It for You?

• Be part of a revolutionary manufacturing project adding value to NZ industries.
• Work with some of the most sophisticated automation in the country - 13,000+ IOs, Omron PLCs, Ignition HMI, and robotic systems.
• Competitive hourly rate + health insurance.
• Opportunity for career progression in a growing, high-tech manufacturing environment.

Ready to be part of the future of NZ manufacturing? - Apply Now

Alternatively reach out for a confidential discussion with Bethany Craigen on bethany@trs.co.nz

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