At a Glance
- Tasks: Maintain and troubleshoot electrical systems in a busy food manufacturing environment.
- Company: Established Australian food manufacturer with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: $60–$65 per hour, 15% loading for PM shifts, and permanent role.
- Other info: Enjoy autonomy and excellent career growth opportunities in a dynamic setting.
- Why this job: Join a hands-on team and make a real impact on production efficiency.
- Qualifications: Experience in electrical maintenance, especially in food manufacturing or automated environments.
The predicted salary is between 65 - 65 $ per hour.
An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Electrical Maintenance Engineer / Maintenance Electrician to join a well-established and growing Australian food manufacturing business. This is a highly hands-on position within a busy, automated manufacturing environment. You will be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting and improving the electrical and automation systems across the site, ensuring production equipment remains safe, reliable and operational.
The role would suit an experienced electrical professional with a strong background in food manufacturing, FMCG or automated production environments, who enjoys being hands-on and taking ownership of electrical maintenance and breakdowns.
The Role
- Monday to Friday, 8-hour shifts
- Start times generally between 6:00am and 9:00am
- 15% loading for PM shifts
- Occasional PM shifts will be required depending on operational requirements
- You will take ownership of electrical breakdowns and maintenance during PM shifts
- Autonomy and the ability to work independently are essential
- Permanent opportunity within an established food manufacturing environment
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out planned preventative and condition-based electrical maintenance across production plant and equipment
- Attend electrical breakdowns, fault-find and repair equipment safely and efficiently
- Diagnose and troubleshoot faults across PLCs, VSDs, sensors, motors, conveyors and automated production equipment
- Maintain and improve electrical control systems and automated machinery
- Identify recurring faults and contribute to root cause analysis and reliability improvements
- Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on reducing downtime and improving production efficiency
Maintenance Electrician in Sydney employer: AustCorp Executive
AustCorp is an exceptional employer that prioritises people and relationships, fostering a high-trust, high-performance culture in the heart of Perth. With a strong focus on employee growth, you will benefit from comprehensive training, generous holiday allowances, and the opportunity to earn competitive commissions while enjoying a supportive team environment. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the perm trades recruitment sector, where your achievements are celebrated and your career path is tailored to your aspirations.
