At a Glance
- Tasks: Perform electrical work and maintenance in a fast-paced food manufacturing facility.
- Company: Join a growing food manufacturing business with a supportive team environment.
- Benefits: Temp-to-perm opportunity with long-term career prospects and a focus on continuous improvement.
- Other info: Ideal for proactive individuals who thrive in dynamic environments.
- Why this job: Make a real impact while ensuring safety and quality in food production.
- Qualifications: Must have an Australian Electrical Licence and relevant trade qualifications.
The predicted salary is between 24.3 - 29.7 $ per hour.
We are currently seeking an experienced Maintenance Electrician / Engineering Technician to join our team at a fast-paced food manufacturing facility. This is a temporary role with a strong potential to transition to permanent employment for the right candidate.
This role plays a key part in supporting operational efficiency across the site by delivering best-practice maintenance, electrical, and engineering support while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and compliance.
Key Responsibilities
- Electrical Work
- Perform all site electrical work in accordance with Australian Standards and licensing requirements
- Installation and upgrading of cabling, machinery electrics, lighting, and power points
- Tag and test electrical equipment and maintain registers
- Conduct electrical testing and coordinate with external electrical contractors
- General Maintenance & Engineering
- Carry out preventive and breakdown maintenance on plant and equipment
- Assist with mechanical breakdowns, repairs, and general building maintenance
- Support fabrication, installations, and minor mechanical works (as qualified)
- Manage spare parts, engineering stores, and contractor activities
- Support and maintain CMMS/MEX system, including preventive maintenance scheduling
- Contribute to continuous improvement, cost-saving, and efficiency initiatives
About You
- Strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement
- Trustworthy with high integrity and professional ethics
- Positive, proactive, and hands‑on attitude
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively across cross-functional teams
- Able to follow instructions while using initiative when required
- Comfortable working in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment
- Confident to challenge issues constructively and professionally
Skills, Qualifications & Experience
- Current Australian Electrical Licence (essential)
- Relevant trade qualifications in Electrical, Engineering, or Maintenance
- Experience working in confined spaces and at heights
- Demonstrated experience in electrical work and general site maintenance
- Competent with hand tools and workshop equipment
- Experience in food manufacturing highly regarded
- Sound understanding of WHS requirements
- Experience with contractor management advantageous
What’s on Offer
- Temp-to-perm opportunity with long-term career prospects
- Supportive team environment within a growing food manufacturing business
- Opportunity to contribute to continuous improvement and engineering projects
If you are a safety-focused, hands‑on maintenance professional looking for your next opportunity in food manufacturing, we’d love to hear from you.
Maintenance Electrician in Sydney employer: Cogent Resources
Join a leading player in the Pharmaceutical industry, where your role as a Production Operator will be valued in a supportive and dynamic work environment. With ongoing hours from Monday to Friday and opportunities for permanency, you will benefit from a culture that prioritises quality, safety, and employee growth. Enjoy the unique advantage of working in a secure industry while being part of a team that is passionate about producing high-quality products.
