2027 Electrical Engineering Apprenticeship

Location: On-site at Clandeboye, Darfield, Edendale, Eltham Collingwood St, or Whareroa in New Zealand

Salary: Competitive salary; exact amount not specified

Company

hirify.global is a New Zealand dairy co-operative operating large-scale, highly automated manufacturing sites.

What you will do

• Develop practical electrical engineering skills through a four-year, fully funded apprenticeship.
• Perform electrical fault finding, diagnostics, equipment breakdown support, and preventative maintenance.
• Assist with maintenance planning, shutdown work, electrical installations, and equipment wiring.
• Support site utilities and infrastructure, including boilers.
• Work with instrumentation, process control systems, PLCs, and automated manufacturing equipment.
• Combine structured learning with hands-on work toward a New Zealand Certificate in Electrical Engineering (Industrial) and an Electrical Practising Licence.

Requirements

• Have achieved or be working toward NCEA Level 2 with Maths, English, and Physics, or hold a relevant pre-trade qualification.
• Demonstrate interest and aptitude in practical, hands-on engineering work.
• Be motivated to solve problems, learn new skills, and work with people in varied environments.
• Hold or be working toward a Restricted Driver Licence by the apprenticeship start date.
• Be a New Zealand Citizen, Australian Citizen, or New Zealand Permanent Resident.
• Be at least 16 years old.

Culture & Benefits

• Four-year, 8,000-hour fixed-term contract.
• Monday to Friday day roster, 40 hours per week.
• Pastoral care and qualification support.
• Fully funded training-related costs during block courses, including meals, accommodation, and travel.
• Full starting toolkit, UniMed health insurance, and five weeks of paid annual leave.
• Inclusive environment focused on development, collaboration, sustainability, and work-life balance.

Hiring process

• Applications close on 1 September 2026.
• Support and accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process.