Maintenance Shift Engineer

Te Tūranga / About the Role:

Silver Fern Farms Finegand is on the lookout for a skilled Shift Engineer to join our high-performing engineering team.

Based in Balclutha, our Finegand site is the second largest in our network, employing over 1200 people at peak season. This is a fantastic opportunity to apply your refrigeration expertise in a large-scale industrial environment, supporting critical site services and plant operations.

You’ll be working a rotating 45-hour roster (morning, mid, and afternoon shifts) giving you variety and exposure across operations.

Te Mahi / Key Responsibilities:

• Take ownership of the day-to-day operation of refrigeration systems, water reticulation, and essential site services 

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance to minimise downtime and optimise plant reliability 

• Respond to breakdowns efficiently, ensuring equipment is restored to full capacity quickly and safely 

• Maintain the smooth and reliable operation of key systems including refrigeration, ammonia, compressed air, and water services 

• Actively contribute to and promote a strong health & safety culture through participation and leadership 

• Ensure full compliance with MPI food hygiene and regulatory standards when working in controlled areas

Ōu Pūkenga / About You:

• Proven experience in refrigeration, ammonia systems, or industrial engineering environments
• Strong fault-finding ability with a practical, solutions-focused mindset
• Solid understanding of maintenance principles in industrial settings
• Experience working with equipment such as chillers, cold stores, compressors, or heat pumps
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Well-organised with strong problem-solving and communication skills
• Relevant Level 3 or 4 (or higher) qualification in Refrigeration & Air Conditioning (advantageous)

Te Ahurea | Why Silver Fern Farms?

At Silver Fern Farms we're all about creating goodness from the farms the world needs.

Join a business that values its people, invests in leadership development, and provides opportunities to grow your career. You'll work alongside dedicated teams committed to delivering safe, high-quality products while making a meaningful contribution to New Zealand's food industry.

We offer:

• Ongoing leadership development opportunities.
• A supportive team environment.
• Competitive remuneration.
• Employee benefits and wellbeing initiatives.
• Career growth within one of New Zealand's leading food companies.

Tono Mai | Apply Now

If you're a motivated leader with a passion for people, safety, quality, and operational excellence, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now via the Silver Fern Farms Careers Website.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received.

Silver Fern Farms is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences.