Trade Qualified Electrician - Nightshift

About the Company As we celebrate 90 years of operation, Niagara Sawmilling has established itself as a trusted and respected name in New Zealand's timber industry. With nearly a century of innovation, craftsmanship, and commitment, we are proud to attract skilled and passionate individuals who share our values and vision for the future. About the Role We are excited to offer a rare opportunity for a skilled Electrical Tradesman to join our nightshift maintenance team at our Kennington site, located just 10 minutes east of Invercargill. This is a full-time, permanent position with a minimum of 40 hours per week and opportunities for overtime at a trade-exclusive rate. The base schedule consists of four ten-hour shifts from Monday to Thursday. Please note that we will only consider applications from candidates currently residing in New Zealand and possessing the correct employment eligibility. In this role, you will be essential in ensuring the smooth operation of our sawmill and remanufacturing plant. Your responsibilities will include performing preventative maintenance, servicing electrical breakdowns, supporting new installations, and contributing to electrical improvements and project work. Key Responsibilities - Conduct preventative electrical maintenance and fault-finding - Respond to and repair electrical breakdowns in a fast-paced industrial setting - Install, maintain, and service PLCs, VSDs, switchgear, and motors - Commission new electrical systems - Collaborate with the wider Maintenance Team, including Engineers - Manage electrical projects and installations, including switchboards and power supply systems Requirements To be considered for this role, candidates must have the following qualifications: - A minimum of three years of industrial electrical experience in New Zealand - EWRB registration as an Electrician - Familiarity with three-phase power systems, fault finding, and PLC programming - Strong communication skills and a team-oriented approach - Physical fitness to work in a demanding industrial environment - A full New Zealand driver's license and the right to work in New Zealand We are looking for someone who embodies our values—an active team player who operates with integrity, takes ownership of their work, and is committed to doing things right. Benefits At Niagara, we offer: - A competitive hourly rate based on skills and experience - Overtime rates - Opportunities to expand your electrical skills across a range of systems and projects - A supportive, team-oriented environment within a growing, family-owned company - Personal and professional development opportunities This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a flexible yet impactful role within a supportive and forward-thinking business. If you are seeking purposeful work in a detail-driven environment that genuinely values its people, we would love to hear from you. To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your interest in this role and why you would be a great fit for our team. For more information about the role, feel free to email Jemma at jemmac@niagara.nz. Please note that all offers of employment are contingent on the satisfactory results of a pre-employment medical and drug test. We encourage all applicants to apply directly, and all applications will be kept confidential.