About the Role:
Are you a qualified Electrician looking for a stable role that offers great roster flexibility? We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Electrician to join the engineering department at our clients manufacturing facility in Taree. Reporting directly to the Engineering Manager, you will play a critical role in maximising the reliability, efficiency, and safety of our client's high-speed canline equipment.
We currently have multiple shift offerings available across the department—including day shifts and rotating shift work.
What’s in it for You?
- Flexible Roster Options: Multiple shift offerings are available, including standard day shifts and rotating shift work schedules.
- Competitive Pay: $84,000 – $113,000 p.a. + super.
- Locational Stability: Work close to home in the Manning Valley region.
- Great Team Environment: Work collaboratively alongside an experienced team of Fitters, Electricians, and Team Leaders.
Key Responsibilities
- Preventative & Breakdown Maintenance: Perform planned inspections, scheduled servicing, and rapid breakdown electrical repairs on high-speed production lines.
- Fault-Finding & Troubleshooting: Diagnose complex electrical faults using modern fault-finding techniques to minimize machine downtime.
- System Maintenance: Maintain site electrical systems and operational machinery to ensure continuous, safe operations.
- Safety & Quality First: Ensure all electrical work strictly adheres to Australian electrical standards, WHS regulations, and site quality/HACCP guidelilines. You must have a strict adherence to safety codes, understand the National Electrical Code (NEC), and consistently use personal protective equipment (PPE).
What We Are Looking For Essential Criteria:
- Trade Qualification: Must be a Trade Qualified Electrician holding an Electrical Contractors Licence.
- Industry Experience: Minimum 1–2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably within a high-speed production layout.
- PLC Knowledge: Proven experience troubleshooting PLCs (including Allen Bradley, Omron, or Siemens S5 & S7).
- HMI Interfaces: Understanding of Human-Machine Interfaces used to operate and monitor plant processes.
- Flexibility: Openness to discussing our available day or rotating shift options. You must also be available for on-call breakdown support or occasional overtime work if production schedules require it.
Desirable Skills (Highly Regarded):
- Good mechanical aptitude with an understanding of hydraulics and pneumatics.
- Knowledge of gas-fired burners and controls.
- Relevant tickets (Forklift, EWP, Working at Heights, Confined Space).
- General computer literacy and a positive, problem-solving mindset.
- Whether you're working as part of a crew or explaining technical issues to production teams, strong interpersonal and communication skills are vital for ensuring projects are completed accurately and safely.
At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.
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