About this role
Maintenance Electrician
Are you an experienced electrician looking for a stable role with a supportive team and a successful New Zealand manufacturer?
Juken New Zealand Ltd (JNL) is one of the Wairarapa's largest employers and a leading manufacturer with a strong commitment to safety, continuous improvement, and employee wellbeing. We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Electrician to join our dedicated maintenance team in Masterton.
In this hands-on role, you will be responsible for both scheduled and breakdown maintenance across a wide range of manufacturing equipment, improvements on machinery and helping to keep our operations running safely and efficiently.
Predominately Day Shift | Monday to Friday | 7.00am to 3.30pm
About the Role
- Reporting to the Electrical Supervisor, you will:
- Carry out preventative and corrective maintenance on manufacturing equipment.
- Diagnose faults and resolve equipment breakdowns in a timely manner.
- Ensure maintenance activities are completed safely and in accordance with established procedures.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and equipment reliability projects.
- Share ideas and recommendations to improve plant performance and productivity.
- Work collaboratively with production and maintenance teams to minimise downtime.
What We Offer
At JNL, we value our people and offer a range of benefits, including:
- Competitive remuneration package.
- Generous Superannuation Scheme with significant employer contributions.
- Excellent training and development opportunities.
- Clear pathways for career progression, including future leadership opportunities.
- On-site café and free parking.
- Free annual flu vaccinations.
- Bi-annual medical and hearing assessments.
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
- Active social club.
- A positive workplace culture with a strong commitment to health, safety, and wellbeing.
What We're Looking For
You will be a qualified and experienced electrician with:
- Experience in industrial or maintenance electrical work.
- Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
- The ability to work independently and make sound decisions when required.
- A practical, systematic approach to maintenance and troubleshooting.
- A strong commitment to working safely and following procedures.
- Accountability, initiative, and pride in delivering quality work.
- Willingness and ability to learn and grow a more technical skill set.
Experience within a manufacturing environment would be advantageous but is not essential. Most importantly, you will have a genuine interest in industrial maintenance and a willingness to learn and contribute to a high-performing team.
Join Our Team
If you're looking for a rewarding role with a well-established company that values its people, we'd love to hear from you.
JNL is committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free workplace. As part of our recruitment process, the successful applicant will be required to complete pre-employment medical and drug screening, along with a criminal history check.
Applicants must have New Zealand residency or hold a valid New Zealand work visa.
Applications close: Friday, 2 October 2026