Description
Summary:
Seeking an experienced industrial or manufacturing maintenance professional for preventative and reactive maintenance across factory machinery and automated equipment.
Highlights:
1. Preventative and reactive maintenance across factory machinery
2. Troubleshooting PLC-controlled machinery, sensors, drives & pneumatic systems
3. Supportive team environment and strong site culture
Must have the right to work in New Zealand to apply
About the Role:
* Preventative and reactive maintenance across factory machinery and automated equipment
* Fault-finding, servicing, repairs, and installation work as required
* Working on saws, presses, conveyors, timber handling systems & dust extraction equipment
* Troubleshooting PLC-controlled machinery, sensors, drives & pneumatic systems
* Supporting commissioning and upgrades of new machinery and automation systems
* Recording maintenance activities, faults & corrective actions
* Working alongside contractors, OEMs & production staff to minimise downtime
* Supporting continuous improvement and production efficiency initiatives
* Following safe isolation, lockout/tagout & machine guarding procedures
What We’re Looking For:
* Previous experience in industrial or manufacturing maintenance
* Strong mechanical fault-finding and repair skills
* Practical understanding of automation systems, PLCs, HMIs, sensors & VSDs
* Ability to read mechanical, pneumatic & basic electrical schematics
* Experience troubleshooting automated production equipment
* Good communication, planning & problem-solving skills
* Ability to work independently and handle breakdowns under pressure
* Positive attitude with a strong focus on safety and continuous improvement
Requirements:
* Able to pass a pre-employment drug & alcohol test
* Physically fit and capable of hands-on maintenance work
* Legal right to work in New Zealand
* Full driver’s licence preferred
* Relevant engineering or maintenance qualification advantageous
What’s in it for you?
* Competitive pay based on experience
* Minimum 40 hours per week
* Immediate start available
* 6-month fixed-term opportunity
* Work with modern automation and manufacturing equipment
* Supportive team environment and strong site culture
* Weekly pay + holiday pay
Why Join ExtraStaff?We are New Zealand’s leading provider of skilled contract labour, supporting manufacturing, engineering, and construction teams nationwide.
What’s Next?Apply now — this role is moving quickly!Apply via Trade Me or online at ExtraStaffOr email your CV to iliana@extrastaff.co.nz