Trojan Recruitment Group – Campbellfield VIC
Our client is a globally recognised leader in their field and is currently seeking an experienced Maintenance licenced Electrician for their established plant based in Campbellfield.
Trojan has an excellent opportunity for a trade-qualified Electrician with an industrial background who enjoys hands-on maintenance, electrical fault diagnosis and keeping production machinery running smoothly.
Working alongside an experienced maintenance crew, you'll play an important role in maintaining plant reliability, responding to equipment breakdowns and implementing preventative maintenance activities. The position will involve a combination of electrical work and general plant maintenance, so a practical, flexible approach is essential.
Key Responsibilties:
You'll be responsible for the consistent maintenance and reliability of electrical systems, production machinery and associated plant equipment.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Performing scheduled preventative maintenance and responding to breakdowns.
- Completing routine daily maintenance inspections and PM schedules.
- Identifying, investigating and resolving electrical and control system faults.
- Diagnosing issues involving motors, drives, machinery and production equipment.
- Maintaining and troubleshooting PLC-controlled equipment.
- Working with SEW drives, electrical control circuits and automation systems.
- Investigating and resolving issues with SCADA systems.
- Testing, repairing and maintaining electrical installations and equipment.
- Interpreting electrical plans, wiring diagrams and technical specifications.
- Using diagnostic and electrical testing instruments to identify faults.
- Assisting with electrical installations, upgrades and equipment commissioning.
- Providing maintenance support throughout the production facility.
- Working alongside the Boilermaker/Fitter when assistance is needed.
- Assisting with broader maintenance requirements to help keep the facility operational.
- Liaising with production staff to minimise equipment downtime and interruptions.
- Completing relevant maintenance documentation and following site procedures.
- Ensuring all work is performed in accordance with workplace safety requirements and applicable Australian Standards.
- Being available for occasional weekend overtime when operationally required.
Skills and Experience:
We're looking for an electrician who is confident working in an industrial or manufacturing environment and can troubleshoot electrical issues with minimal supervision.
- A recognised electrical trade qualification.
- A current Victorian A-Grade Electrical Licence.
- Previous industrial electrical or plant maintenance experience.
- Demonstrated ability to diagnose and repair electrical faults.
- Practical experience with PLC systems.
- Familiarity with SEW variable speed drives.
- Good knowledge of industrial control circuits.
- Exposure to SCADA systems and industrial automation.
- Experience with preventative maintenance programs and routine PMs.
- A background working with manufacturing machinery or heavy industrial equipment.
- The ability to understand electrical schematics and technical drawings.
- Sound knowledge of industrial electrical systems and equipment.
- Good mechanical understanding and a willingness to assist with general maintenance.
- A team-oriented approach and willingness to support fitters and boilermakers.
- A flexible attitude towards duties outside your primary electrical trade.
- The ability to work autonomously and contribute to a maintenance team.
- Strong communication skills and a commitment to workplace safety.
Additional Requirements:
- Current EWP ticket.
- Confined Space qualification.
- Ability to successfully complete a pre-employment medical and drug and alcohol screening.
- A current driver's licence and reliable transport.
- Full Australian working rights.
What's on Offer?
- $74.75 Aft shift /per hour + overtime + superannuation.
- Consistent Monday to Friday employment.
- Additional overtime available.
- Exposure to a large-scale industrial production environment.
- Work with a supportive maintenance and engineering team.
- Opportunities to develop your industrial electrical and automation skills.
- Potential pathway to permanent employment for the right candidate.
About Trojan
Trojan Recruitment Group is a national provider of professional and industrial recruitment, specialising in temporary, contract and permanent employment opportunities across a portfolio of industry sectors. We pride ourselves on being good people to deal with, which is why we have a diverse and loyal client base and committed workforce.
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Maintenance Electrician -Manufacturing in Melbourne employer: Trojan Recruitment Group
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