Electrical Automation Specialist with PLC Expertise

3 days ago


Launceston, Tasmania, Australia Programmed Full time

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Automation Specialist to join our Maintenance and Engineering team at the Bell Bay manufacturing site.

About the Role

This is a permanent full-time position offering a 9-day fortnight, attractive salary package, 13% superannuation, and opportunities for short- and long-term bonuses. If you're passionate about working with cutting-edge automation systems, this could be the role for you.

Responsibilities

  • Provide day-to-day electrical, instrumentation, and automation support, working closely with engineers on project development, task supervision, installation, and commissioning.
  • Installation and maintenance of electrical systems, including wiring, lighting, power outlets, switchboards, fire alarm systems, and camera systems.
  • Maintenance of automation systems and technologies, including PLC programming, industrial communications, and SCADA systems.
  • Troubleshooting complex systems to resolve breakdowns and prevent unplanned downtime.
  • Development and maintenance of a calibration register for key plant instruments.
  • Providing technical support and assistance to the maintenance and production teams as required.
  • Working with process engineers on developing and introducing data historian systems to enhance plant optimization.
  • Supervising maintenance tasks, plant shutdowns, and project work when needed.
  • Providing on-call and call-out support (average of once per month), staying within 1 hour of the site when rostered.
  • Actively promoting safety standards and working cooperatively within the team.

Key Qualifications & Experience

To be considered for this role, you will need to meet the following criteria:

Essential

  • A Current 'A' Grade Electrical License, recognised in Australia.
  • Industry experience in electrical maintenance and fault finding.
  • PLC experience (Allen Bradley preferred).
  • Certificate III in Instrumentation (or working towards completion).
  • Permanent residency or Citizenship in Australia.
  • Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to pass a full pre-employment medical.

Desirable

  • Training and experience with Hazardous Area Wiring and Maintenance.
  • Program and troubleshoot Allen Bradley PLCs systems, Citect SCADA and industrial networks.
  • Sound understanding of pneumatic control systems.

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary: AU$90,000 - AU$120,000 per annum.
  • 9-day fortnight, every second Friday off.
  • Attractive salary package, plus 13% superannuation.
  • Opportunities for short- and long-term bonuses.
  • Upskilling opportunities in industrial automation, instrumentation maintenance, and design.
  • Career development and access to ongoing training.
  • An opportunity to work with a collaborative and supportive team.


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