Maintenance Engineer

Joining New Zealand Health Manufacturing (NZHM) means you are joining the leading manufacturer of Dietary Supplements in New Zealand.  NZHM’s Award-Winning success is due to its commitment to its customers and quality. Our world-class manufacturing site produces Dietary Supplements for New Zealand and multiple overseas markets.

ABOUT THIS ROLE

Are you a brilliant problem solver who thrives under pressure? We are seeking a trade-qualified Mechanical Engineer to join our fast-paced production facility. No two days are ever the same here. You will run towards the challenge, keeping our high-speed automated machinery performing at its peak.

This role is perfect for a self-starter who loves hitting the floor, diagnosing complex faults on the fly, and executing swift, high-quality repairs.

We operate/maintain fully automated industrial machinery that requires in-depth knowledge of PLC-driven compound control systems, and good mechanical understanding we utilize a wide variety of machines from Softgel-, hard-shell encapsulation, bottling, and labeling machines to compressed air and pneumatic systems in our plant.

We are looking for a person with previous experience in the pharmaceuticals or nutraceuticals industries who are able to identify mechanical faults on machinery and ensure preventative maintenance is done to ensure we experience minimum downtime during production.

This is a Permanent, Full-time role working Monday - Friday & rostered Saturday work. This is an afternoon shift role 2pm - 10:30pm.

The job involves all the activities related to the maintenance and installation of machinery equipment and facilities work that needs to be done on machinery.

Role Specific Tasks

Maintenance Execution: Manages preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance for manufacturing equipment like encapsulation, packing, and labeling machines.

SOP & Qualification: Develops SOPs and oversees installation and operational qualification of machines per engineering and safety standards.

Training & Safety: Trains staff in machine operation and ensures adherence to New Zealand safety regulations.

Supplier Coordination: Coordinates with suppliers and contractors, including conducting Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) at OEM sites.

Design & Engineering: Reviews and approves machinery layouts, diagrams, and designs to meet plant requirements.

Program Optimization: Reviews maintenance records and strategies, implements condition monitoring, and optimizes spare parts policies.

Utilities Management: Maintains plant utilities such as LAN connectivity, IP phones, lighting, AHUs, and electrical systems within regulatory compliance.

Procurement & Standards: Ensures standardized equipment purchases aligned with NZ regulations and negotiates cost-effective deals.

Data & Performance Analysis: Uses equipment data to improve maintenance efficiency and machine performance, including redesigns.

Continuous Improvement: Applies Root Cause Analysis tools like 5 Whys, DMAIC, and Fishbone diagrams to drive continuous improvement initiatives.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We’re looking for a capable and disciplined professional, who’s aligned with our values, and committed to delivering an excellent experience to our customers.

Minimum 3 years experience in the manufacturing environment

Maintenance Engineering Qualification - Level 4 Mechanical Engineering (Maintenance / Fitting & Turning) or equivalent

EST License - An Electrical Service Technician (EST) license is a massive advantage.

Diagnostic Mindset - Proven track record of exceptional mechanical fault-finding under pressure.

WHAT IS ON OFFER

At NZHM, we followed our passion and instinct. We're a small group of ambitious individuals dedicated to our shared vision - helping everyone be their best selves by supporting their health, naturally. We have a great team and onsite culture and can also offer you:

Employee Assistance Programme

Health Checks

Referral scheme

Real variety - boredom isn't in our vocabulary

Discounted Gym membership

Competitive hourly rate + shift allowances (where applicable)

Heavily discounted products that are made at our manufacturing site

Personal development & training

* Paid Parental Leave

If this sounds like you and you are seeking an exciting new opportunity, then apply online with an up-to-date CV outlining your relevant experience and we will get in touch soon!