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Automation Technician

New Plymouth, New ZealandFull-timePermanentPosted 3 November 2026
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The opportunity

What does this employer want? An Automation Technician with real hands-on depth in PLCs and control systems, someone who enjoys diagnosing problems and is happy to switch between plant improvements and automation projects.

The setting is a busy New Zealand manufacturing site where the working week is 45 hours Monday to Friday and the day usually opens at 7am. Experienced specialists from across the employer's sites coach the team on automation, and project work is plentiful, with AI, robotics and advanced manufacturing technologies in the mix.

Suitably qualified local candidates come first, yet overseas applicants with solid experience are encouraged to apply, and AEWV sponsorship may be available for the right candidate.

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Key responsibilities

  • PLC programming, fault diagnosis and commissioning
  • Supporting HMI and SCADA platforms
  • Delivering automation upgrades and continuous improvement work
  • Electrical and control system fault-finding
  • Contributing to plant reliability and performance
  • Partnering with engineering, maintenance and production teams, and helping introduce new automation technologies

Requirements and eligibility

  • A qualification in the electrical trade, or similar
  • Ideally 4-5+ years of manufacturing or industrial automation experience
  • Working knowledge of common PLC platforms
  • Strong fault-finding and troubleshooting ability, and the ability to read electrical drawings and control schematics
  • A self-motivated, practical approach

How to apply

To apply for this position:

  • Send your CV to our team by email: Apply by email.
  • Make sure your CV includes all relevant professional information.
  • Subject line: mention the position you are applying for (Automation Technician).
  • Include at least two professional work references on your CV.
  • Attach copies of your skills assessment and trade certificates if available.
  • Attach a clear copy of your passport.
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