| AUTOMATION ENGINEER / PLC PROGRAMMER |
| Competitive remuneration package incl. vehicle |
| Tauranga | Matamata | Bay of Plenty, Full Time, Electricians |
| Please Quote Reference Number 17605 |
| Outgrown your current role? |
| Ready to work on bigger projects and smarter technology? |
| With a team that genuinely backs each other? |
You've mastered the basics.
You've programmed PLCs, solved difficult faults and commissioned machinery. Now you're looking for a bigger challenge - not just another programming job.
At John Ward Electrical, you'll work on sophisticated industrial automation projects across New Zealand's horticultural, manufacturing and processing industries, alongside experienced industrial electricians and automation specialists who enjoy solving problems and sharing knowledge.
If you're driven by technology, innovation and continuous improvement, we'd like to meet you.
Why Join JWE?
For almost 40 years, John Ward Electrical has been one of the Bay of Plenty's leading industrial electrical and automation companies.
We're known for solving the problems others can't.
We believe in:- High standards, low egos
- Interesting, challenging work
- Supporting each other to succeed
- Giving our people the freedom to make decisions
- Investing in training and career development
No politics. No micromanagement. Just good people doing quality work.
What You'll Be Doing
You'll work across a diverse range of industrial automation projects, including:- PLC programming and modifications
- SCADA and HMI development
- Industrial fault finding
- Commissioning production lines
- Automation upgrades
- Process optimisation
- Industrial networking
- Variable Speed Drives
- Control systems
- Customer technical support
Every week is different, with projects across packhouses, cool stores, manufacturing plants, food processing facilities and industrial sites throughout the Bay of Plenty.
About You
We're looking for someone who enjoys solving technical problems and takes pride in producing quality work.
Ideally you'll have experience with:- PLC programming
- Industrial automation
- SCADA or HMI systems
- Instrumentation
- VSDs and motor control
- Industrial networking
- Electrical commissioning
If you don't tick every box but have strong industrial electrical experience and the desire to grow into automation, we'd still love to hear from you.
What's In It For You?
We know great automation engineers have choices.
That's why we offer:- Excellent remuneration package
- Company vehicle
- Phone and laptop
- Ongoing technical training
- Exposure to leading industrial automation technology
- Diverse and challenging projects
- Career progression into specialist automation roles
- Strong team culture with experienced mentors
- Long-term job security with a respected local business
Most importantly, you'll be joining a company where your ideas are valued and your career can continue to grow.
Is This Your Next Challenge?:- If you're looking for more than just another programming role...
- If you enjoy solving complex problems...
- If you want to work with great people on some of the Bay of Plenty's most interesting industrial automation projects...
We'd love to hear from you.
Apply today with your CV and a short introduction telling us why you'd be a great fit for John Ward Electrical.
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