Maintenance Engineer

About Abbott

Abbott is a leading global healthcare organization dedicated to pioneering scientific advances to enhance people's health. Our Nutrition division produces science-driven nutrition products that cater to all age groups, from infants to adults, with trusted brands like Similac®, PediaSure®, Pedialyte®, Ensure®, and Glucerna® supporting millions worldwide to achieve optimal health.

Working at Abbott offers meaningful career opportunities, professional growth within an international company, comprehensive benefits including medical insurance and wellbeing programs, and recognition as a top employer globally.

Role Overview

The Maintenance Engineer is tasked with performing scheduled and unscheduled maintenance to ensure that plant machinery, equipment, and infrastructure operate safely and efficiently. This role involves preventive and corrective maintenance, equipment inspections, troubleshooting faults, effecting repairs, and implementing improvements to minimize downtime while supporting safe, cost-effective production at the desired quality and output levels.

Key Accountabilities

• Carry out planned preventive and corrective maintenance as per established schedules and instructions.
• Inspect and service plant equipment, conducting repairs or replacements to maintain operational standards.
• Ensure maintenance activities are completed efficiently to restore equipment to safe and reliable working conditions.
• Respond promptly to unplanned equipment breakdowns and mitigate production interruptions.
• Identify and diagnose mechanical, electrical, or equipment faults within the scope of responsibility.
• Investigate equipment failure causes and perform suitable repairs or escalate complex issues.
• Test equipment post-maintenance to verify its safe and effective functioning.
• Recognize signs of wear, defects, or reliability concerns during maintenance tasks and provide constructive feedback for improvements.
• Collaborate with Reliability, Engineering, and Operations teams to reduce recurring failures and downtime.
• Maintain accurate records of all maintenance work, faults, repairs, parts usage, and equipment condition within the maintenance management system.
• Comply with ISO quality standards, company safety policies, and environmental regulations ensuring protection for personnel and the environment.
• Wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE) and report any incidents or accidents immediately.
• Adhere to Abbott’s Code of Business Conduct, uphold company values, and maintain compliance with all standard operating procedures and legal requirements.

Candidate Qualifications

• Completion of all assigned required training within scheduled timelines.
• Possession of a recognized trade qualification in mechanical engineering, mechanical maintenance, fitting and machining, or electrical engineering.
• Proven experience in maintenance within manufacturing, processing, or industrial settings.
• If performing electrical work, current EWRB registration and practicing license required.
• Desirable experience with automated machinery, including hydraulics, pneumatics, mechanical drives, and industrial electrical systems relevant to the site.
• Strong skills in fault diagnosis, repair, and preventive maintenance techniques.
• Commitment to safe work practices including isolation procedures and permit-to-work systems.
• Responsibility for maintenance quality, issue follow-up, and risk awareness.
• Effective communication and collaboration with Operations, Maintenance, and Engineering teams to foster a cooperative environment focused on manufacturing excellence.

Location and Inclusion

This position is located in Auckland, New Zealand. Abbott is committed to diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.