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Industrial Electrician

Branch: Westport

Category: Electrician

Type: Full-time

Closing Date: Dec 6, 2025

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  • Join Talley's Westport as an Industrial Electrician and take advantage of our generous staff discounts & perks and great working conditions
  • Join a 100% New Zealand owned company with an international reputation for quality
  • Opportunities for growth with opportunities across multiple brands and locations

About the role

We are looking for an Industrial Electrician to join our team at our Westport site.

The overall purpose of the Maintenance Electrician is to ensure that all electrical equipment and systems are functioning optimally, efficiently, and safely. This includes installing, maintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting electrical systems and equipment to minimize downtime and ensure that production processes are not interrupted.

As an Industrial Electrician you will be responsible for:

  • Install, maintain, and repair electrical and instrumentation control systems and equipment.
  • Troubleshoot and diagnose problems with electrical equipment and systems
  • Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and other technical documents to identify and resolve issues
  • Follow safety protocols and, including lockout/tagout procedures and proper personal protective equipment
  • Conduct regular inspections of electrical systems and equipment to identify potential problems before they occur
  • Install and maintain lighting systems, including emergency lighting and exit signs, to ensure compliance with building codes and safety standards

For this role, you’ll need:

  • EWRB registered and have a current practicing license
  • 2 + years Industrial Electrical
  • Strong knowledge of engineering practices, cleaning procedures and maintenance practices
  • Strong methodology in electrical fault finding and appropriate repairs
  • Solid understanding of health and safety regulations and practices.
  • Computer literate with capability in email, MS Office, MS Teams
  • Experience in CMMS, Instrumentation and Automation would be advantageous

With Talley’s, you get:

  • Great working conditions
  • Opportunities for performance-based pay
  • Training provided
  • Generous staff discounts and perks


About Talley’s

Talley’s is a multi-division, international company that’s proudly New Zealand owned and operated, bringing the best New Zealand seafood, mussels, and vegetable products locally and to the world. With over 2000 employees across 12 South Island locations, we’re committed to excellence in everything we do.

There’s a history of goodness at Talley’s—and it’s not just our nutritious, delicious food. We stand by the impeccable quality of our products and our growing team of skilled workers as we bring healthy, delicious food to dinner tables near and far. What really sets us apart is the fact that all our products come directly from and are processed in New Zealand, and our people are fundamental to our success.

To find out more, check out our company video below:

Ready to start?

If this sounds like a good fit for you, click the link to submit your resume and cover letter / or contact cheyanne.amai@talleys.co.nz to discuss this role further.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received until the position is filled.

Is this role not the right fit for you? See our other openings at talleys.co.nz/careers.

Talley’s is a drug free workplace. All candidates may be required to under-go pre-employment and random drug screening.

Applicants must be legally entitled to work permanently in New Zealand.

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