Maintenance Electrician Further Processing

Maintenance Electrician – Shift Maintenance Electrician role at Australian Country Choice. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Shift Maintenance Electrician to join our maintenance team in Cannon Hill, Brisbane, within 7km from the CBD. This is a hands-on role responsible for ensuring the optimal performance and reliability of our advanced food processing and packaging machinery. Working closely with fitters, production and QA teams, you will apply your fault-finding abilities to minimise downtime and contribute directly to our operational success. Varied work across the team is guaranteed; we don't do routine.

The Shift Maintenance Electrician will be responsible for, but not limited to:

• Safety & Compliance:
  • Strictly adhere to all company safety policies, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures, and WHS/OHS regulations.
  • Conduct thorough safety inspections of electrical systems and equipment.
  • Ensure compliance with HACCP, GMP, and other relevant food safety and quality standards in all maintenance activities.
  • Champion electrical safety standards and best practices.
• Fault Finding & Diagnostics:
  • Promptly diagnose and rectify complex electrical and control system faults on a diverse range of industrial machinery, including thermo formers, slicers, vacuum packagers, tray sealers, labelers, and various conveyor systems.
  • Utilise advanced fault-finding techniques for Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), Variable Speed Drives (VSDs), pneumatic and hydraulic control systems, and servo drives/motors.
• Preventive & Corrective Maintenance:
  • Execute scheduled preventive maintenance tasks to enhance equipment longevity and reduce breakdowns.
  • Perform efficient corrective maintenance to address equipment failures and ensure rapid return to service.
• Installations & Upgrades:
  • Participate in the installation, commissioning, and modification of new machinery and electrical systems, ensuring compliance with all relevant standards.
• Documentation & Reporting:
  • Accurately complete work orders and maintain detailed maintenance records within the CMMS (MEX).
  • Communicate work status to the maintenance supervisor at agreed timeframes.
  • Submit parts requisitions to ensure adequate stock levels for critical spares.
  • Provide clear and concise handovers to incoming shifts.
• General Responsibilities:
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
  • Adapt to evolving operational requirements and technological advancements.
• Team Collaboration & Continuous Improvement:
  • Work effectively as part of a multi-skilled maintenance team alongside fitters and supervisors.
  • Identify opportunities for process and equipment optimization to improve efficiency and reduce waste.
  • Collaborate proactively with cross-functional teams including Production Operators, Production Supervisors, QA, and Safety personnel to resolve issues and improve processes.
  • Actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives, suggesting and implementing solutions to recurring problems and efficiency bottlenecks.

• Electrical Licence: Holds a current and valid Australian Electrical Licence (e.g., Electrical Mechanic / Fitter Licence in Queensland).
• Working at heights and confined spaces.
• Industrial Experience: Proven medium-level experience as a Maintenance Electrician within a fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) manufacturing environment (within meat processing or food production is desirable).
• This role operates in a production environment which includes working in a cold room with temperatures ranging from 3°C to 10°C.
• The role involves physical activity, including standing for extended periods, bending, lifting (within safe limits), and working around machinery.

• Technical Proficiency: Demonstrated hands-on experience with:
• • Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) – fault-finding, basic programming/modifications.
  • Variable Speed Drives (VSDs) and motor control.
  • Pneumatic and Hydraulic control systems.
  • Servo drives and motors.
• Fault-Finding Excellence: Exceptional diagnostic and problem-solving skills with a logical and methodical approach to identifying root causes of failures.
• Forklift Licence
• CMMS Experience: Proficient in using Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS), (MEX, SAP, Maximo).
• IT Literacy: General proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and other relevant technology.
• Team Player: A strong collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively within a maintenance team and cross-functionally with other departments.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to articulate technical issues and complete documentation.

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Food and Beverage Manufacturing