Electrical Engineer at HR Connect Limited

Putauaki, Bay of Plenty Region, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

01 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Electrical Design, Installation, Maintenance, HV Systems, Automation, Control, Project Management, Organisational Skills, Problem-Solving, Communication Skills, Coaching, Collaboration, Influencing, Energy Efficiency, Sustainability

Industry

Construction

Description

Company Description Join Essity Australasia, a leading global company in hygiene and health, dedicated to enhancing well-being through innovative and sustainable products. We manufacture and sell essential everyday consumer products with market-leading brands such as Sorbent, Handee, Purex, Libra, TOM Organic, Modibodi, TENA, and Tork, used in households and businesses across New Zealand, Australia, and Fiji. Job Description As an Electrical Engineer, you’ll help keep our site running safely, reliably, and efficiently. You’ll work across all electrical and instrumentation systems, from HV/LV distribution to automation and control, driving improvements that reduce downtime, lift productivity, and ensure compliance with all safety and regulatory standards. You’ll also support and upskill operators and maintenance teams, contributing to a strong zero-incident safety culture. In this role, you will: Design, develop, and oversee installation of electrical and instrumentation systems Support and supervise HV/LV maintenance, ensuring full compliance Lead electrical projects from planning to completion, managing contractors and consultants Maintain accurate technical documentation, CAD drawings, and service standards Identify opportunities to improve energy efficiency and sustainability Train, coach, and support site personnel to build capability and strengthen safety awareness Qualifications You’re an experienced Electrical Engineer with strong technical capability and a commitment to safe, reliable operations. You enjoy improving systems, solving problems, and working at pace in a dynamic industrial environment. You’ll bring: A BE (Electrical), industrial site experience, and professional engineering membership Strong skills in electrical design, installation, maintenance, HV systems, and automation/control Solid knowledge of electrical safety, compliance, and regulatory requirements Excellent project management, organisational, and problem-solving skills Confident communication skills, with the ability to coach, collaborate, and influence Experience in Pulp & Paper and AutoCAD proficiency (advantageous but not essential) Additional Information At Essity, our purpose - Breaking Barriers to Well-Being - guides everything we do. You’ll join a team where you’re valued, supported, and empowered to make an impact. We provide: A supportive, diverse, and inclusive team culture Genuine opportunities for growth and professional development Fully funded RegularCare Southern Cross medical insurance, including free annual health checks and GP visits Free income protection, permanent disability, and life insurance Access to global expertise, resources, and development pathway Reach out to Andrea McIntosh for a confidential conversation today 027 2276130.

Responsibilities

As an Electrical Engineer, you will design, develop, and oversee the installation of electrical and instrumentation systems while ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. You will also lead electrical projects and support site personnel to enhance safety awareness and operational efficiency.