Essity Australasia is a leading consumer care and hygiene solutions company, manufacturing and marketing a number of market leading brands including Sorbent, Purex, Handee Ultra, Libra, Tork and TENA. Essity’s purpose is to make it easier for hygiene, health and well-being to be part of everyday life.
About the Role
The Graduate Engineer will develop production skills, learn to troubleshoot and gain expert knowledge of the product supply industry.
Having recently completed your qualification (within the last 2 years), you will put your theory into practice across multiple divisions of business, gaining a holistic view of the organisation. You will have the opportunity to work with some of New Zealand’s leading brands, whilst gaining exposure to a local manufacturing environment.
This is an entry level, structured, 2-year Graduate Development programme, based at our Kawerau site. We are looking for new Grads with an analytical mind and a passion for furthering their learning. Although we are open to all Engineering disciplines, we are particularly interested in Electrical or Mechatronic Engineers.
What you will Do:
- Develop and improve technical mastery skills in different areas
- Work on Process Control and Total Productive Maintenance
- Support and shadow experienced Engineers in daily tasks
- Drive projects to support product supply improvements and deliverables
- Monitor production processes and work methods
- Collect, compile and analyse production data to identify opportunities to improve processes
To be considered for this role you will possess:
- A degree in Engineering (Electrical or Mechatronic) which you have recently completed
- New Zealand Permanent Residency
- A valid Drivers’ Licence
- Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal
- A continuous improvement mindset, willing to further your learning
What We Offer :
- A dynamic team environment with an opportunity to contribute to a flourishing and vibrant global business leader
- A competitive salary package, because we want you to be rewarded for what you do best
- Screen Free Fridays to rest and recharge once a month
- Health insurance and Superannuation plan
- Annual wellness day and free onsite parking
At Essity, we believe everyone's learning and professional development is unique and want to empower employees to reach their full potential in a winning culture motivated by a powerful purpose.
If this sounds like your next move, please apply with your up-to-date CV & cover letter by clicking on the APPLY NOW button.
Applications Close: 4 April 2026
Please note: we do not always work to fixed closing dates and may start considering applications as they are received so we encourage you to apply early.
Together, we are improving lives, every day.
Working at Essity is not just a career; it is a chance to directly make the world a healthier, more hygienic and safer place. With impactful innovations coupled with sustainable solutions, we strive to reach more people every year with the necessary and essential solutions for well-being.
Collaborative and Inclusive Culture | Empowering & Engaged Leaders | Working with Powerful Purpose & Sustainable Impact | Learning and Growing in your Career | Supporting Well-being & Sustainable Working Life | Life-changing Innovations | Competitive Total rewards
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What We Do
Essity - a globally leading hygiene and health company, breaking barriers to well-being. Our expertise in hygiene and health began with the acquisition of the Swedish company Mölnlycke in 1975, through which our roots stretch back to 1849. Today, our sustainable innovations from globally trusted brands, designed for everybody and every body, care for the well-being of 1 billion people in 150 countries every day. Working at Essity is not just a career but a chance to make the world healthier, safer, and more hygienic. Our barrier breakers innovate for good and contribute to shaping a sustainable future. At Essity, every career is as unique as the individual. We empower employees to excel together and reach their full potential in a winning culture motivated by a powerful purpose. We provide a sustainable work-life based on flexibility for both employees and employers. At Essity, we are committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in everything we do. It is the key to our success in creating an inclusive, collaborative, and caring company culture where you can be you with us. Our purpose of Breaking Barriers to Well-being, is to enable customers and consumers to lead fuller lives at all stages of life. Our leading global brands include TENA, Tork, Actimove, JOBST, Knix, Leukoplast, Libero, Libresse, Lotus, Modibodi, Nosotras, Saba, Tempo, TOM Organic, Vinda and Zewa. Essity has about 36,000 employees. Net sales in 2022 amounted to approximately SEK 156bn (EUR 15bn). The company’s headquarters is located in Stockholm, Sweden, and Essity is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm. If you want to join a company where dedication to people is powered by innovation, welcome to Essity
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