We are looking for a Maintenance Engineer to join our Pacific site, near Hastings. You'll provide essential engineering services, ensuring our processing equipment is maintained, safe, and reliable. Your work will include planned maintenance, breakdown response, and assisting with installations.Key responsibilities:Carry out mechanical repairs and preventative maintenance on processing equipmentRespond quickly and safely to breakdowns to minimise downtimeSupport installation of new equipment and plant upgradesWork closely with supervisors and operators to resolve issues effectivelyEnsure compliance with food safety, health, and safety proceduresThis role operates on a rotating day and night shift cycle with a 45-hour workweek: Monday to Friday, 6:00am - 15:00pm and 15:45pm - 12:45am with occasional overtime and weekend workYou are a trade-qualified engineer with experience in industrial or food production settings. You'll have practical knowledge of mechanical systems, plant reliability, and health and safety practices. Robust problem-solving skills, a hands-on approach, and the ability to work as part of a team are essential. CMMS knowledge and electrical skills would be an advantage.You will bring:Experience in industrial maintenance, preferably in FMCG or food processingKnowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, conveyors,



and general mechanical systemsStrong fault-finding and problem-solving skills under pressureFamiliarity with CMMS systems and basic computer literacy (preferred)Commitment to working safely and collaboratively in a teamTe Ahurea /Why work at Silver Fern Farms?Silver Fern Farms are all about Creating Goodness from the Farms the World Needs. Creating goodness is about taking a broader view of what goodness means, how we can create it and the impact it can have. That Goodness is created through the work of our People, the skill & expertise of our Farmers and our customers around the globe. 'Goodness' is also about being good to people and communities, animal welfare, and showing care and respect for the environment.Be part of a supportive, and fun teamOpportunity to work with industry leadersCareer progression - Plenty of room to development & gain skillsDiscounted meat sales - Help feed your whanauThis opportunity is ideal for someone looking for the challenge of working for a large progressive company that supports career development.Applications close 16 October 2026.Silver Fern Farms welcomes people from all backgrounds and walks of life. We are proud to have a diverse and inclusive environment and are committed to providing equal opportunities for all team members and applicants. Come and create goodness together with us. You can see more about our commitments to our people and their work by visiting our Belong Here webpage: https://careers.Silverfernfarms.Com/nz/en/belong-here

📌 Maintenance Engineer (Clinton)
🏢 Silver Fern Farms
📍 Clinton