Control System Engineer

Control Systems Engineer -Automation/PLC (Gyprock Factory) – Yarraville, VIC
* Gyprock manufactured here in Australia
* Career development and opportunities
* Join a market leader
At CSR, we're building a better future together.
We are a team of 2,600 people across Australia and New Zealand, and we are all collaborating every single day towards a shared purpose - 'Building solutions for a better future'.
As a leading Australian Manufacturing business, we're at the forefront of developing innovative, sustainable, and high performing building products and systems.
At CSR, we put people first.
We are committed to creating a safe, respectful, supportive, and inclusive working environment that enables everyone to feel valued, grow and truly thrive.
We are committed to providing equal opportunity for everyone and welcoming people of all backgrounds, identities, experiences, abilities, and life stage.
About the role
The Control Systems Engineer is a full-time permanent position, based at Yarraville, VIC.
As part of the CSR Interior Systems, the role will report to the Maintenance Supervisor and you will implement, manage, and maintain site automation assets to ensure maximised benefits arise from new and improved technology on our Gyprock manufacturing site.
In this role you will:
* Champion a safety-first culture within the factory in pursuit of a zero-harm environment ensuring to Never Walk Past.
* Collaborate closely with all employees and stakeholders to understand site automation performance and develop strategies for improvement opportunities.
* Assist with the automation and programming onsite with Allen Bradley, PLC, and SCADA
* Develop and maintain control systems to ensure efficient manufacturing processes.
* You will work closely with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot issues, optimise performance, and ensure continuous improvement in operational efficiency while maintaining safety standards.
Experience with Rockwell Automation (Allen Bradley) PCs is highly advantageous and will be considered a strong asset.
Experience with other PLC systems such as Siemens, Mitsubishi Electric, ABB or Schneider Electric would also be advantageous.
What you bring to the role
* A Grade Electrical licence (Electrician Licence) is highly advantageous or an Engineering Degree (Elec/Mechatronics or similar).
* Experience in process control, automation, or related field.
* Industry experience - heavy industry, continuous process manufacturing or FMCG (advantageous).
* Worked with Robotics and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) within a manufacturing environment.
What we offer
We strive to support your professional and personal growth.
Here are some of the perks you'll enjoy as part of the CSR team:
* Supportive and collaborative culture that fosters innovation and inclusion.
You'll be surrounded by talented colleagues who are passionate about their work and committed to helping each other succeed.
* Care and wellbeing offer includes up to 15 weeks of paid parental leave, 52 weeks of superannuation payment, access to an employee assistance program and onsite physiotherapy.
* Rewarding career and growth opportunities with on-the-job learning, development, and upskilling opportunities within and across our brands.
How to apply
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We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet 100% the requirements.
If you're passionate about making a positive impact and you see yourself in this role, we'd love to hear from you
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We have a strong commitment to workplace, health and safety and the wellbeing of our people.
Successful candidates will be required to undertake a pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol screening and a background check.