Join our Millari NZ whānau and be part of an exciting journey of growth in Gisborne, New Zealand.
About Us
Millari NZ Ltd sawmill is a proud timber and LVL manufacturer located in Gisborne, New Zealand and operations across Aotearoa and Australia. We’re building a strong future for our people, our whānau, and our community — together.
About the Role
We are looking for a trade-qualified Electrician with proven industrial experience to support electrical maintenance, fault-finding, and continuous improvement across our production lines.
Full-time, permanent role
48hours per week, 4-on-3 off roster across 24/7
Competitive rates between $35-$50 per hour, depending on experience
Job security and development opportunities within a fast-paced industrial environment
If you want hands-on industrial work where your skills make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you.
Role Requirements
Undertaking preventative and corrective electrical maintenance
Diagnosing and repairing electrical faults on high-speed production machinery
Installing, maintaining, and upgrading electrical systems, motors, sensors, and controls
Supporting breakdown response to minimise production downtime
Ensuring compliance with electrical safety standards and site procedures
Working collaboratively with maintenance, production, and engineering teams
What we are looking for
Essential
NZ Registered Electrician with a current practising licence
Proven experience in industrial, manufacturing, or heavy machinery environments
Strong fault-finding, diagnostic, and problem-solving skills
Understanding of PLCs, motors, drives, and automation systems
Safety-focused, reliable, and able to work independently and as part of a team
Physically fit and able to work shifts/overtime as required
Positive can-do attitude, solutions focused
Desirable
Experience in timber processing, sawmilling, or similar high-speed environments
Knowledge of hydraulic/pneumatic systems and cross-trade maintenance
Mechanical aptitude to support broader maintenance tasks
Current forklift or EWP certification
Why Join Millari NZ?
Competitive pay rates and stable employment
Supportive, whānau-focused workplace
Work that makes a real impact for our community and region
Apply now to join Millari NZ - where we work safely, sustainably, and together to build a strong future for our whānau and region.
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. At Millari NZ discretion the ad may be expired before the closing date. Position in line with NZ Registered Electrician (General) – ANZSCO 341111 (Skill Level 3). Applications may close earlier at Millari NZ’s discretion.
Confidential chat: Reach out to Eleanor at [email protected].
Applicants must consent to pre-employment testing. Applications Close COB Friday 6th November 2026.