Northland Mill Industrial Electrician

Juken New Zealand

Job Location:

Far North District - New Zealand

Monthly Salary: $ 42 - 46

Posted on: 05-11-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

INDUSTRIAL ELECTRICIAN WANTED KAITAIA NEW ZEALAND

Love a good work life balance and on your time off getting out into the great outdoors This could be the life-changing move youve been waiting for.

Were on the hunt for a skilled and qualified Industrial Electrician to join our team in Kaitaia the gateway to New Zealands Far North where the work is rewarding and the lifestyle is unbeatable.

Juken New Zealand Ltd (JNL) is a leading forest and wood products company supplying both local and international timber markets. We operate three wood processing facilities across the North Island and manage forestry estates in the Wairarapa and East Coast regions. As a subsidiary of our parent company WoodOne in Japan we maintain strong global connections.

In Kaitaia we operate two mills that specialise in processing Radiata Pine producing reconstituted wood panels and peeled dried veneer for a wide range of applications.

Whats on offer:
We have 1 position available requiring shift work

Full-time permanent positions with overtime available
Competitive pay based on experience
Varied industrial electrical work
Shift work 4on 4off 12-hour day/night shifts
Friendly and supportive team environment
5 days bereavement leave
Generous superannuation scheme with free Life Insurance and Will package
Discounted Southern Cross Health Insurance
EAP Support Services
Free annual flu vaccinations medical and hearing tests

Key responsibilities will include:
Calibrations of electrical systems and equipment
Carrying out preventative maintenance work on electrical equipment
Provide front line support to Production and Mechanical departments
Attend breakdowns
Overhaul various electrical equipment including motors and motor controls
Diagnose electrical controls
Trouble shooting for electrical systems
Installations (COC & ESC )
Interrogate the PLC systems to diagnose problems

To be successful in this role you will have the following attributes:
Full NZ Electrical Registration (EWRB)
Experience in electrical maintenance of industrial plants is advantageous
Experience with 3 phase motors motor protection motor controls industrial sensors and a wide range of industrial electrical and control equipment is advantageous

Advantageous:
Experience with Variable Speed Drives PLC control basic instrumentation encoders etc.
Experience in CMMS (Computer Maintenance Management Systems)

Now lets talk lifestyle:
Surf beaches for days Ahipara and Shipwreck Bay are right on your doorstep
World-class fishing Snapper kingfish and more from boat or shore
Bush walks and native forest Explore Aupouri Forest and the Te Paki Coastal Track
Snorkeling & diving Discover marine life in crystal-clear waters
Laid-back lifestyle Say goodbye to traffic and city stress

Whether youre looking to settle down escape the rat race or just have more time for the things you love Kaitaia offers an unmatched balance of career and lifestyle.

Start your next chapter where work meets adventure.

To learn more about our business please visit:
A full position description is available upon request.

Applicants should have New Zealand residency or a valid NZ work visa. The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment drug and medical testing along with a criminal record check.

Closing Date: 19 November 2025

We will be interviewing prior to the closing date.

Required Experience:

Senior IC

INDUSTRIAL ELECTRICIAN WANTED KAITAIA NEW ZEALAND Love a good work life balance and on your time off getting out into the great outdoors This could be the life-changing move youve been waiting for.Were on the hunt for a skilled and qualified Industrial Electrician to join our team in Kaitaia the g...