Full Time Application Closes 28 Sep 2024 Southland - Invercargill Electrician Niagara Sawmilling Company Limited is a premier timber processor with over 85 years of experience. We specialise in the production of superior radiata pine and timber products for building applications throughout New Zealand, Australia and beyond. As a local and family-owned company, we take pride in our people and are committed to innovation and sustainability. We have a rare opportunity for a skilled Electrical Tradesman to join our maintenance team at our Kennington site, just 10 minutes east of Invercargill. This is a full-time, permanent role with a minimum of 40 hours per week and frequent opportunities for overtime, at a trade exclusive overtime rate. Only applications from candidates with the correct employment eligibility and currently based in New Zealand will be considered.As an Electrical Tradesman at Niagara, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operations of the sawmill and remanufacturing plant. You'll be responsible for performing preventative maintenance, servicing electrical breakdowns, supporting new installations, and contributing to electrical improvements and project work. Key Responsibilities: Preventative electrical maintenance and fault-finding Responding to and repairing electrical breakdowns in a fast-paced industrial setting Installing, maintaining, and servicing PLCs, VSDs, switch gear and motors Commissioning new electrical systems Collaboration with the wider Maintenance Team, including our Engineers. Electrical projects and installations, including switchboards and power supply systems Niagara offers: Competitive hourly rate based on skills and experience Overtime rates Opportunity to grow your electrical skills across a range of systems and projects Supportive, team-oriented environment in a growing, New Zealand-owned company Personal and professional development opportunities To be considered, we require candidate to have: Minimum of 3 years of industrial electrical experience EWRB registration as an Electrician Familiarity with 3-phase power systems, fault finding, and PLC programming Strong communication skills and a team-oriented approach Physically fit and able to work in a demanding industrial environment Full NZ driver's license and the right to work in New Zealand All offers of employment are contingent on the satisfactory results of a pre-employment medical and drug test.
