Electrician - Hautapu
Fonterra
1 day ago
Full-time
On-site
Hamilton, G1
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Fonterra is seeking an experienced Electrician to join the Hautapu site in Hamilton, permanent with a flexi shift roster. You’ll join a Maintenance Team focused on electrical maintenance, breakdowns, high voltage, instrumentation, control loops and PLCs, with opportunities to drive continuous improvement through automation. Requirements include New Zealand Electrical Registration, industrial electrical maintenance experience, PLC and instrumentation know-how, and preferably dairy or farming sector exposure, plus CMMS and SAP familiarity. Highlight problem solving, remaining calm under pressure, teamwork and clear communication. Apply early by tailoring your CV to the role, applications close 30 June 2026 and align with our inclusive values.
Job Name
Electrician - Hautapu
General Information
Date Published
23-Jun-2026
Advertising Ends
30-Jun-2026
ID#
16139
Role Type
Trades and Services
Work Type
Permanent Full-Time
Workplace Type
On-site
Country
New Zealand
Location
Hamilton & North Waikato
Position Description
Imagine Tomorrow with Us | Ata whakaarohia tō āpōpō
At Fonterra Te Mātāpuna, we want everyone to feel they can be themselves.
Whether you're early in your career or ready for your next step, Fonterra offers a unique opportunity to grow with a global dairy co-operative that values care, collaboration, and contribution.
Owned by New Zealand dairy farmers and supported by a dedicated team, we are all working together to create a better future. Imagine tomorrow with us, where your career can grow, and you can create positive change.
About the Opportunity | Mō tēnei tūranga
We are looking for an experienced Electrician to join our fast-paced and innovative Hautapu site where you'll be a key member of our high performing Maintenance Team, focusing on electrical maintenance and breakdown services across the site.
In this role, you will utilise your extensive industrial electrical experience and problem-solving skills to navigate changing work priorities to fault find and repair breakdowns. You will also plan and implement preventative maintenance initiatives to ensure our site performs at its peak each day. Other areas of focus include high voltage, instrumentation, control loops and PLCs.
This is a permanent opportunity on a flexi shift roster with the possibility of working nights.
About You | Mōu
We are looking for an individual who has a natural ability at coping with change, you'll remain calm under pressure when responding to unplanned breakdowns and will confidently troubleshoot issues as they occur.
With your forward-thinking drive and ability to achieve results you'll have plenty of scope to drive continuous improvement on equipment with some of our industry's cutting edge automated technology. You'll be a strong problem solver with strong attention and excellent communication skills that will see you working collaboratively within the team and across the site.
We want to hear from you if you have:
- A New Zealand Electrical Registration with a current practicing licence.
- Experience in industrial electrical maintenance functions such as equipment repair, failure analysis to root cause and preventative maintenance.
- Exposure to a fast-paced automated and industrial environment.
- Hands on experience with PLC automation systems and instrumentation.
- Computer literacy skills and ideally experience with a CMMS and SAP systems.
- Experience within the food, dairy or farming industry is highly desirable.
Our Values | Ngā Aura
At Fonterra, our values of Good Together, Better Every Day, and Every Drop Counts, are for everyone – no matter your background, identify or experience. These values guide us in delivering exceptional outcomes for our farmers, customers, communities, and each other. Discover how your values align with ours by taking our Values Quiz
Our Commitment to You | Tā mātou oati
We care for our people globally. Our comprehensive benefits support your well-being, development, and work-life balance:
- Fair and equitable pay
- Health and well-being programs (medical, mental health support)
- Professional development opportunities
- Career growth support
- Work-life balance options (flexible/hybrid working where possible)
- Employee recognition
- Support for community involvement and cultural connection
To learn more, visit Fonterra Careers
A Career of Opportunities | Ngā Mahi
At Fonterra, we are inspired by purpose and guided by our principles and values. Together, we create goodness for generations and make a global impact at a local level. As part of our Co-operative, you are an everyday creator, imagining what Fonterra, dairy, and you can be here.
Join Us | Tātou Tātou
Does this sound good to you? Come join our whānau - bring your whole self, and let's solve for better together.
You, me, us together, Tātou, tātou.
Together, we're shaping a future of inclusion | He Wāhi mō te Katoa
Inclusion is key to our Co-operative. We're building a team that reflects the diverse world we live in, believing it drives better decisions and innovation.
We welcome applications from all backgrounds (ethnicities, genders, identities, orientations, ages, abilities, neurotypes, cultures, religions).
Even if you don't meet every requirement listed, we encourage you to apply; we value your potential and growth.
If you face accessibility issues or need accommodations during the process, please contact your recruiter. We ensure fair participation, allowing you to be at your best. Tātou, tātou.
Applications close at midnight on Tuesday 30 June 2026