Our client is a global leader, major producer, and manufacturer of highly differentiated polypropylene films where they hold a global footprint in the markets for high performance coated films, overwraps, graphic media solutions, label and security films for the packaging and labelling industries worldwide.

They have over 90 years’ experience in supplying and manufacturing of speciality films, they employ over 1500 people worldwide and have productions sites in Australia, Germany, Poland, Mexico and the UK, they are truly recognised by their customers as a “supplier of choice”

Due to continued growth and advancement, they have an opportunity for an Electrical Technician to join the team at their Craigieburn manufacturing plant in a full-time permanent capacity.

About the Role

Reporting into the Maintenance Manager, as an Electrical Technician, the main objective of the role is to electrically maintain, service and repair plant and equipment in accordance with manufacturer recommendations with a focus on upholding safety and maximising production in the electrical operations of the manufacturing facility.

As this is a well-maintained site it is imperative to be able to achieve objectives, encompassing safety, maintenance, continued production, and service quality.

The main areas of responsibility are, but not limited to, that the site is fully health, safety and environmentally compliant at all times, the ongoing preventative electrical maintenance of all plant and equipment, resolve operational or equipment problems safely and diligently and work well as a valued member of the site maintenance team.

This is a full-time permanent position working Monday – Friday 7:00am – 3:00pm

Core responsibilities

• Complete day to day and preventative electrical maintenance activities ensuring the safe and efficient operation of the plant.
• Ensuring a safe working environment for all employees and ensure all company & site compliance policies are followed when maintaining or repairing equipment and machines.
• Understand and ensure work complies with management system documentation as required (HACCAP, Safety & Quality.)
• Maintain an effective preventative electrical maintenance program for the plant and its equipment.
• Promote a preventative maintenance focused culture by completing tasks assigned on a basis of priority.
• Ensure work is completed safely and in accordance with quality requirements, company policy and statutory regulations.
• Maintain Instrument calibrations for process equipment and ensure instrument accuracy and reliability.
• Provide immediate response to all breakdown’s whist focusing on reduction of downtime and record and reorder spare parts as consumed.

Skills & Experience

• Must have manufacturing, maintenance and fault-finding experience
• Electrical trade qualifications with a with a E Class electrical licence
• 5+ years’ experience and knowledge of workings in a manufacturing or Industrial environment or operation.
• Good knowledge and experience in variable speed drives
• Knowledge and expertise in safety procedures and processes
• PLC & general control wiring fault finding experience.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills with good computer literacy.
• Physically fit, enthusiastic, and a great attitude
• Demonstrated ability to work well within a team environment.
• Work autonomously with ease and thrives in pressure situations.
• Reliable, honest, and trustworthy by nature

What’s on offer

• Great salary package (115k – 122k)
• 12% Super
• Permanent full-time positions
• Uniforms supplied
• Enjoy a wide range of employee benefits
• Well-maintained manufacturing plant with latest technology and equipment
• Onsite secure parking
• Interesting and varied work.
• Inclusive and collaborative working environment

A probationary period will apply, and you will also need to complete a pre-employment medical and a police check.

If the above is the right position for you, and you’re looking for long term secure employment with a large successful organisation, please hit the apply now button or send your resume to [email protected]

Our client is committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities and customers we serve. We are committed to achieving an inclusive workforce. We strongly encourage all applications from all backgrounds including the culturally diverse