Maintenance Engineer - Kilns, Boilers and General
Niagara, a proudly NZ-owned and operated sawmill, has been an industry leader for over 80 years, producing superior radiata pine and timber products for national and international markets. We take pride in our rich history and cutting-edge contributions to the sawmilling industry.
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Maintenance Engineer to focus primarily on the maintenance and improvement of our on-site kilns and boilers, while also supporting the wider maintenance team in our sawmill and remanufacturing plant as required. If you're self-motivated, skilled in boiler and kiln systems, and excited about growing your engineering expertise, this could be the perfect role for you!
Role Responsibilities:
- Perform regular maintenance, inspections, and diagnostics on boilers and kilns.
- Troubleshoot and repair issues with boiler and kiln systems to ensure maximum efficiency.
- Assist with upgrades, installations, and improvements of kiln and boiler systems.
- Provide general industrial engineering support across the sawmill and remanufacturing plant.
- Welding, fabrication, and machining tasks as required to support plant operations.
- Collaborate with the wider maintenance team to improve operational efficiency and ensure minimal downtime.
- Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations at all times.
What We Offer:
- Niagara is a stable, well-established company providing a secure work environment with consistent opportunities for overtime.
- Enjoy industry-competitive rates that reflect your skills and experience.
- Earn more with overtime rates applied after 40 hours.
- Opportunities to advance your skills across our diverse Kennington-based operations, including sawmilling and remanufacturing.
- Domestic relocation support available for the right candidate.
Requirements:
- Proven experience as a Maintenance Engineer with specific expertise in maintaining and repairing boilers and kilns.
- Strong skills in diagnostics, welding, machining, and general industrial maintenance.
- A proactive, team-focused attitude with a desire to continuously improve.
- Applicants must be currently residing in New Zealand and legally entitled to work.
- Physically fit and able to work in a demanding industrial environment
- Offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory pre-employment medical and drug test results.
For more information, contact Craig Walker at 027 369 3226.
Please note, we are handling recruitment for this role in-house and are not seeking external agencies. We encourage all applicants to apply directly, and all applications will be kept confidential.
