Engineering Manager
Job reference : 3738828
Job Type : Full-time
Pay : Annually $125000 - $165000
Location : Lower Hutt, Wellington
Posted on : 27-07-2026
1st time this role has been open in 10+ yrs
Previous eng. manager experience required
Huge name in NZ food processing
Wellington site based role
WELLINGTON FOOD PROCESSING SITE - ENGINEERING MANAGER
Platinum Recruitment are excited to be on the hunt for this Senior Leadership role. Enjoy the benefits of a Management role where you can make a real lasting difference. You will be exposed to challenges whilst being rewarded appropriately.
THE ROLE:
Reporting into the Plant Manager, as Engineering Manager, you will oversee the strategic decisions & associated documentation to ensure efficiency, effectiveness, compliance & regulatory requirements. Use your Continual Improvements skills for identifying & implementing technical projects & programs that improve processes, reduce costs, or increase output.
Essential Functions:
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, pref. mechanical engineering
OR Trade Certification equivalent
Min 5 years' experience in food processing site
Min 2 years' experience as Eng/ Maintenance Manager
Demonstrated experience in managing engineers & contractors.
Familiarity with CMMS systems & solid Excel knowledge.
NZ WORK RIGHTS - RESIDENCY/ CITIZENSHIP / WORK VISA
Rewards:
You will be rewarded with an Annual Salary package + benefits.
No limit to continual career growth opportunities within this multi-site group
Established support network from experienced Senior Leadership Team
To Apply - Please APPLY NOW with full CV, proof NZ Work rights & why you feel this is the next permanent move for you and your career.
Thanks for reading and good luck :)
If this is not quite the level for you - I have other roles nationwide:
Industrial Electrician
Maintenance Planner
Environmental Manager
Maintenance Fitter / Turner
Fitter / Machinist
Project Engineer - Manufacturing
Commercial Electrician
Get in touch with Julie on 027 7528461 or julie@platinumrecruitment.co.nz
Platinum Recruitment are excited to be on the hunt for this Senior Leadership role. Enjoy the benefits of a Management role where you can make a real lasting difference. You will be exposed to challenges whilst being rewarded appropriately.
THE ROLE:
Reporting into the Plant Manager, as Engineering Manager, you will oversee the strategic decisions & associated documentation to ensure efficiency, effectiveness, compliance & regulatory requirements. Use your Continual Improvements skills for identifying & implementing technical projects & programs that improve processes, reduce costs, or increase output.
Essential Functions:
- Manage the Engineering department
- Preventive maintenance of production equipment.
- Reporting functions, Management Reviews, etc.
- Ensure Quality Engineering Best Practice.
- Generating and maintaining budgets.
- Hiring, training, mentoring & supervising staff members
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, pref. mechanical engineering
OR Trade Certification equivalent
Min 5 years' experience in food processing site
Min 2 years' experience as Eng/ Maintenance Manager
Demonstrated experience in managing engineers & contractors.
Familiarity with CMMS systems & solid Excel knowledge.
NZ WORK RIGHTS - RESIDENCY/ CITIZENSHIP / WORK VISA
Rewards:
You will be rewarded with an Annual Salary package + benefits.
No limit to continual career growth opportunities within this multi-site group
Established support network from experienced Senior Leadership Team
To Apply - Please APPLY NOW with full CV, proof NZ Work rights & why you feel this is the next permanent move for you and your career.
Thanks for reading and good luck :)
If this is not quite the level for you - I have other roles nationwide:
Industrial Electrician
Maintenance Planner
Environmental Manager
Maintenance Fitter / Turner
Fitter / Machinist
Project Engineer - Manufacturing
Commercial Electrician
Get in touch with Julie on 027 7528461 or julie@platinumrecruitment.co.nz