Electrical Supervisor
Publication Date 05 / 01 / 2026 Location Canterbury Type Permanent / Full Time Sector Trades & Services
Electrician ELECTRICAL SUPERVISOR - GORE - FOOD PROCESSING SITE
About the role
Manage the Electrical team at our 24/7 FMCG Southland plant. Be an integral part of the Engineering leadership team & progress your career experience. This position is critical in ensuring the sound operation of all electrical installations and equipment for our processing plant.
The successful applicant will possess the following skills:
1. Proven experience leading electricians
2. Current NZ electrical registration & practising license
3. Strong ability to lead & mentor
4. Excellent knowledge of industrial electrical diagnostics
5. Organised, ability to prioritise in fast paced environment
6. Computer literacy & PLC experience
7. Experience in NZ food production space an advantage
8. Immediate NZ work rights: NZ Residency/ Citizenship/ Open Work Visa
The Electrical Supervisor will be responsible for leading and managing a team of Electricians involved in the installation and maintenance of instrumentation and control systems, variable speed drives, automated equipment, and general electrical wiring. This position is ideal for someone looking for the challenge of working for a progressive company in the NZ Food Processing industry. Reporting into the well experienced Site Engineering Manager.
The Rewards
$120,000 p/a + Kiwi Saver+ benefits + relocation assistance
Permanent role with scope for career progression
Established company in the essential industry for stability
Network of plants around NZ
Experienced Engineering Manager who will support you
What now?
If this role sounds like your next career, then please feel free to contact Julie at Platinum Recruitment on 027 7528461 or julie@platinumrecruitment.co.nz for a confidential discussion and a full position description is available upon request.
Platinum Recruitment is proud to be a member of Te Uru Tāngata Centre for Workplace Inclusion and believes in equal opportunities for all. We actively promote diversity and inclusion in all our recruitment processes.
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