JOB OVERVIEW: Forget what you know about “standard” maintenance. At LeaderBrand, we’re not just farming—we operate one of New Zealand’s most technologically advanced food processing environments. We’ve bridged the gap between agriculture and Industry 4.0, and now we need an electrician who speaks the language of Operational Technology (OT) to help us lead the way. Why this role is different: This isn’t a “fix-it-when-it-breaks” job. You’ll be at the heart of a highly automated ecosystem where data drives decisions and innovation shapes the future. * Predictive, Not Just Preventive: Use AI-driven tools to monitor machine health and predict failures before they happen. * Advanced Tech Stack: Work with high-end MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems) and sophisticated SCADA interfaces. * Innovation-First: Join a team that sees electrical infrastructure as the backbone of a digital factory. What you’ll be doing: * OT Integration: Maintain and troubleshoot complex automated systems, ensuring seamless communication between the shop floor and digital systems. * AI-Enhanced Maintenance: Apply predictive tools to optimize uptime and revolutionize preventive maintenance schedules. * Systems Specialist: Manage and optimize SCADA and MES-connected hardware to keep high-speed food production running flawlessly. * Continuous Improvement: Collaborate with engineering to implement upgrades in a fast-paced, high-tech environment Why LeaderBrand? * Innovation Meets Agriculture: Work with automation, robotics, and advanced systems in a modern food processing factory. * Variety & Challenge: From production lines to complex electrical systems—no two days are the same. * Career Growth: Upskill in PLCs, industrial automation, and advanced controls. * Purpose & Lifestyle: Deliver fresh food for Kiwi families while enjoying competitive pay, training, discounts, wellbeing initiatives—and the chance to live a beach lifestyle. About You: * NZ Registered Electrician with a current practising licence (Level 4). * 3+ years’ experience in an industrial setting (food processing preferred). * Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills. * Experience with installations, maintenance, and repairs. * Excellent communication and teamwork skills. * Solar experience (desirable).