Maintenance Electrician

• 3-week rotation, 2/3 full weekend off, no Sunday or Night Shift
• Work for an iconic Australian brand
• Opportunity to build on your expertise in automation
• Salaried Role, Full-time permanent

The Role
Our Malanda dairy site located in tropical North Queensland, manufacturing and distributing a range of milk and milk-based products, made with fresh milk sourced direct from over 40 farms within minutes from the factory. The site currently produces around 40 million litres of product every year - operating 24 hours a day, 5 days a week. Across Queensland, we proudly source milk from around 80 dairy farms in the south-east and far north and are passionate about supporting locally produced products.

The role will be responsible for maintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting electrical systems and equipment to ensure safe and efficient plant operations. The candidate will be required to work on 3-weeks rotating shift.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment and systems for emergency repairs and carry out preventive maintenance and inspections.
• Improve workforce productivity by eliminating potential delays by technical support and fault finding of electrical issues.
• Coaching and supervising operational persons and contractors on shift
• Active participation in delivering small to medium scale projects
• Maintain high standards in relation to Safe Work Practices

About you

• Grade A Electrical License and Cert III in Electrotechnology
• Broad knowledge of industrial plants and equipment
• Process improvement skills and strategic problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of PLC fault findings and Automation
• Strong technical focus, with an ability to learn and apply new concepts and continuously improve

Bega Group Story
Bega Group is home to many trusted and iconic food and beverage brands. Whether it's VEGEMITE on toast, a Dare on the go or a Zooper Dooper on a hot day - you've probably grown up enjoying the iconic products we proudly manufacture every day.

Our growth story of becoming a successful ASX 200 listed company with an annual turnover in excess of $3 billion and approximately 4,000 employees, is made possible by our dedicated workforce who live and breathe our values every day. We have a strong regional focus and proudly support the communities where we work, live and play. At the Bega Group, we are proud of our heritage and will continue to build great opportunities to encourage our people to develop and thrive. Come and be a part of our success story as we continue to build The Great Australian Food Company through creating Great Food for a Better Future

Life at Bega Group
Company culture and our values are very important to us. From flexible working arrangements and regular social catch ups, we're committed to fostering a supportive and agile work environment for our team.

• Join a dedicated, forward-thinking and innovative culture
• Grow with us, through opportunities for career development and progression
• Contribute by giving back to your community through charities we partner with
• Access to mental and physical health programs through our wellbeing portal and programs
• Enjoy excellent employee benefits, including flexible working, purchased leave options and salary continuance insurance

Applications
The successful applicant will be required to complete a pre-employment medical
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Must hold a current Australian driver's license

At Bega Group, diversity and inclusion is a business priority, we want everyone to be themselves regardless of their background, religion, sexual orientation, age or gender so we can truly reflect the customers and communities that we serve. No matter how you identify, we encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply to work at the Bega Group.

We will accept applications from all people with the right to live and work in Australia.

Desired Skills and Experience
Responsible for maintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting electrical systems and equipment to ensure safe and efficient plant operations. Performs routine inspections, responds to breakdowns, and supports continuous improvement initiatives.