Randstad are seeking a a highly skilled and experienced Maintenance Electrician with a knack for fault-finding and a commitment to keeping industrial machinery operating at its peak? We're seeking a dedicated professional to join our dynamic team in the vital waste management and recycling industry.

Based in Bankstown, NSW, you'll be instrumental in keeping our clients' waste management equipment and systems operating efficiently and safely. This hands-on, field-based role involves driving to client sites around Sydney for scheduled and emergency service calls, playing a crucial role in maintaining essential infrastructure.

Job details:

As the Maintenance Electrician, your responsibilities will primarily focus on electrical systems, but also involve broader maintenance tasks, including:

• Fault Finding & Diagnostics: Specializing in electrical diagnostics to quickly identify and resolve complex issues within waste compactors, balers, and processing machinery. This includes troubleshooting control circuits, motors, sensors, and PLCs.
• Preventive Maintenance & Inspections: Proactively maintaining electrical components and systems to prevent breakdowns and ensure optimal performance.
• Waste & Recycling Compactors: Performing electrical aspects of removals and installations of compactors, ensuring safe and compliant wiring.
  
• Compactor Maintenance: Providing comprehensive electrical and general maintenance for both horizontal and vertical presses.
• Hydraulic System Diagnostics: While primarily electrical, you will also perform hydraulic diagnostics to identify electrical causes of hydraulic issues.
• Gearbox & Pump Alignment: Assisting with electrical connections and ensuring proper operation after mechanical alignments.
• Basic Welding: Performing basic MIG and stick welding as needed for minor repairs related to electrical component mounting or cable routing.
• Refurbishment & Restoration: Carrying out electrical refurbishment and rewiring during the restoration of waste compactors.
• Chain Drives & Pulley Systems: Ensuring electrical safety and functionality of associated motor and control systems.
• Chute Unblocking: Diagnosing and rectifying electrical issues preventing material flow.
• Odour Control Installations: Performing electrical installations and maintenance of odour control systems.
• Chute Door - Inspection & Repairs: Diagnosing and repairing electrical components related to chute door operation and safety interlocks.

Job requirements:

• Qualified Electrician: Hold a valid NSW Electrician's Licence (or equivalent, recognised in NSW).
• Proven Electrical Fault-Finding Expertise: Strong hands-on experience in diagnosing and rectifying complex electrical faults in industrial machinery.
• Experience with Industrial Control Systems: Familiarity with PLCs, VFDs, sensors, and motor controls.
• Hydraulic Diagnostics: Ability to understand and diagnose electrical issues impacting hydraulic systems.
• Customer-Focused Approach: Professional, clear communication and excellent service when interacting with clients.
• Independence & Reliability: Capable of working autonomously and managing your time effectively on site.
• Valid Australian Driver's Licence: Essential for travel to client sites around Sydney.
• Strong Safety Commitment: Adhering to the highest safety standards in all operations.
• Experience with Waste Equipment: Previous electrical maintenance experience with compactors, balers, or similar heavy industrial machinery is highly regarded.
• Australian Permanent Resident or Citizen

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