Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position
Job Description
Location: Helensvale, Gold Coast, QLD Work Type: Full-Time Job Title: Automation Technician Wages: $79,500- $85,000 (in line with experience) Sector: Operations & Production Technology The Opportunity
Our client is a leading name in high-end joinery and construction solutions, currently undergoing a significant technological expansion. As they scale their operations to meet a growing portfolio of large-scale projects, they are seeking a forward-thinking Automation Technician to act as the bridge between traditional craftsmanship and cutting-edge manufacturing. This is a strategic role designed to maximize the efficiency of a brand-new robotic and CNC infrastructure.
You will be responsible for ensuring peak machine uptime, optimizing cycle times, and integrating real-time data diagnostics to drive precision and production volume.
Key Responsibilities
- System Integration & Programming: Develop and optimize PLC and HMI systems to streamline workflows from design to execution.
- Robotic orchestration: calibrate assembly arms for high-precision tasks like finishing and sorting.
- Technical Diagnostics & Maintenance: Act as the primary responder for complex faults across CNC woodworking machinery (cutting, drilling, edge-banding) and automated material handling systems.
- Predictive Strategy: Implement diagnostic schedules for pneumatic, electrical, and mechanical components to mitigate downtime.
- Operational Optimization: Use production line data to identify bottlenecks and adjust machine parameters to increase throughput.
- Growth & Commissioning: Lead the installation and commissioning of new sensors, conveyors, and safety systems as the facility continues its digital transformation.
Required Qualifications & Experience
- Educational Background: Diploma or Degree in Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, or Industrial Automation.
- Industry Expertise: Minimum of 1 years' experience maintaining high-end CNC machinery (e.g., Homag, Biesse, SCM) and robotic systems (e.g., KUKA, ABB, FANUC).
- Programming Skills: Proven proficiency in PLC programming (Siemens TIA Portal, Allen-Bradley, or similar) and HMI design.
- Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of pneumatic systems, servo-drives, and industrial networking (EtherCAT, Profinet).
- Analytical Mindset: Ability to interpret complex electrical schematics and mechanical blueprints.
Why Apply?
This is a rare chance to work within a facility that is truly embracing the \"digital thread\" of manufacturing. You will be at the forefront of industrial automation on the Gold Coast, working with a team that values surgical precision and technological innovation.
Automation Technician in Gold Coast employer: Mygration Pty Ltd
Mygration Pty Ltd is an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and development of its Early Childhood Educators in Rothwell, QLD. With a strong focus on a supportive work culture, ongoing professional development opportunities, and a commitment to family engagement, employees are empowered to make a meaningful impact in children's lives while enjoying a collaborative and nurturing environment.
