At a Glance
- Tasks: Maintain and improve high-speed tissue manufacturing equipment in a fast-paced environment.
- Company: Join Sorbent Paper Company, Australia's leading tissue supplier since 1952.
- Benefits: Full-time permanent role with competitive pay and supportive team culture.
- Other info: Dynamic workplace with opportunities for growth and innovation.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the paper industry while working with cutting-edge technology.
- Qualifications: Trade qualification in mechanical or electrical engineering and maintenance experience required.
The predicted salary is between 67500 - 82500 $ per year.
Shift: Monday to Friday, 10:00pm - 6:00am
Who we are
Embark on an exciting opportunity with the Sorbent Paper Company, Australia's premier tissue suppliers since 1952, as we spearhead innovation and sustainability in the global paper industry. Through collaboration and resilience, we ensure the consistent delivery of Australia's favourite tissue products. With long-standing relationships with retailers built on trust, we uphold a solid foundation of customer satisfaction. When you join us, you become part of a team across Australia and a workplace where everyone is welcome, supported and valued. We are always seeking talented people to join our team and help us grow. Are you ready to make a difference?
Join Sorbent and Help Keep Australia's Leading Tissue Manufacturing Operations Running
We are seeking an experienced Dual Trade Electrician / Fitter to join our Maintenance team in Greystanes. Working within a fast-paced FMCG manufacturing environment, you will play a critical role in maintaining and improving high-speed tissue manufacturing, converting and packaging equipment to ensure maximum reliability, safety and operational performance. This is a hands-on role suited to a trade-qualified professional who enjoys troubleshooting complex equipment, responding to breakdowns, driving preventative maintenance activities and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.
Key responsibilities
- Perform electrical and mechanical maintenance on tissue machines, unwinders, embossers, wrappers, packaging lines, palletiser robots and pallet stretch wrappers
- Diagnose and repair electrical faults on motors, drives, PLCs, sensors, and control panels
- Carry out mechanical fitting tasks such as alignment of rolls, bearings, gearboxes, and hydraulic/pneumatic systems
- Execute preventative maintenance schedules to minimise downtime and optimise machine performance
- Respond promptly to breakdowns and collaborate with production teams to restore operations quickly
- Ensure compliance with electrical safety standards, lockout/tagout procedures, and company policies
- Maintain accurate maintenance records in MEX (Maintenance Management System)
- Update electrical drawings and schematics after any modifications, recording all changes accurately
- Support continuous improvement projects, including automation upgrades and energy-efficiency initiatives
- Identification of critical spare parts and ensuring to maintain a healthy spare level of parts
About you
- Trade qualification in mechanical, electrical, or industrial engineering/technology
- Maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment (incl. PLCs, machinery)
- Experience in tissue converting lines / paper manufacturing desirable but not limited to FMCG production experience
- Electrical Licence with Mechanical Fitting experience
- Strong diagnostic skills across mechanical, electrical, PLC, hydraulic systems
- Experience with CMMS (e.g., SAP, MEX)
- Competent in interpreting technical drawings, OHS regulations, and equipment manuals
- Hands-on maintenance and fault-finding experience with palletiser robots, including electrical, mechanical, sensor and automation-related faults
- Hands-on maintenance and fault-finding experience with pallet stretch wrappers, including electrical, mechanical, sensor and control-system faults
Dual Trade Electrician / Fitter in Sydney employer: Solaris Paper
At Sorbent Paper Company, we pride ourselves on being a supportive and inclusive employer, where your contributions as a Supply Planning Manager will be valued and recognised. Our dynamic work culture fosters collaboration and innovation, providing you with opportunities for professional growth and development within the thriving Australian paper industry. Join us in making a meaningful impact while enjoying the benefits of working with a trusted leader in sustainability and customer satisfaction.
