Engineering Manager

AFFCO New Zealand Limited
Western Bay of Plenty District, Bay of Plenty
Full time
3 weeks ago

Company Description

AFFCO is a high-performing and dynamic leader within the New Zealand Meat Industry. Established in 1904, AFFCO holds 120 years of expertise in supplying top-quality meat products to the world.

Based in Waikato, the agricultural heart of New Zealand, with over 4,000 employees, our operation has offices in the USA, UK and Hong Kong and comprises 11 processing sites situated across New Zealand, distributing to over 80 countries.

AFFCO sources top-quality, sustainable, grass-fed, New Zealand Beef and Lamb products from our network of farmer suppliers. We are 100% New Zealand-owned and operated and a proud member of the Talley’s Group; New Zealand’s leading exporter of meat, dairy, seafood, and vegetable products.

Job Description

AFFCO Rangiuru, (based south of Te Puke, Bay of Plenty) is currently seeking a passionate Plant Engineering Manager to lead their Trades team and contractors over both shifts.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of plant maintenance, reliability, and asset management, familiarity with general services systems such as refrigeration, steam, water, and air, and excellent communication, planning, and leadership skills.

Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Plant Engineering Manager is responsible for ensuring that plant assets are managed and maintained in a way that enhances the company’s short- and long-term objectives. This role is pivotal in the ongoing operation of the site and is a career opportunity not to be missed.

Key attributes we will be looking for include:

 

Knowledge of Health & Safety will be a big advantage along with permit to work, Induction, confined space and heights training. Experience with environmental compliance and council liaison is also advantageous.

Qualifications

The successful applicants will demonstrate the following:

Additional Information

If you are a driven and motivated individual who is passionate about engineering, then please apply online now!

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