A-Grade Maintenance Electrician

Pact Packaging; Melbourne; Presencial; AUD 75 000 - 110 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Pact Packaging is seeking a Maintenance Electrician to support 24-hour plant operations. The role focuses on electrical and automated equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement within a busy manufacturing environment.

You’ll work with CMMS tools and collaborate closely with production teams to enhance reliability and safety. The position requires a trade-qualified Electrician with strong troubleshooting and knowledge of PLC, SCADA, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, and

Qualificações

• 3–5 years’ experience in a similar role with exposure to modern manufacturing automation.
• A grade Electrical License is required.
• Current Elevated Work Platform License (EWP) is advantageous.

Responsabilidades

• Perform preventive, corrective, and breakdown maintenance on electrical and automated equipment.
• Troubleshoot electrical, PLC, SCADA, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems to minimise downtime.
• Plan and complete maintenance activities using the CMMS with accurate work orders.
• Assist with equipment installations, commissioning and continuous improvement projects.
• Maintain site services such as compressors, chillers, and boilers.
• Ensure safety standards, permits, risk assessments and safe work procedures.
• Manage spare parts, contractor activities and maintenance documentation.
• Collaborate with production teams to improve reliability, safety and performance.

Conhecimentos

Electrical troubleshooting

PLC automation

CMMS SAP/Maximo

Pneumatic systems

Hydraulic systems

Safety & continuous improvement

Multi-priority management

Manufacturing experience (FMCG/plastcs

Formação académica

A grade Electrical License

Elevated Work Platform License (EWP)

Ferramentas

CMMS platforms

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Job Description

About this opportunity

The primary purpose of the Electrician is to provide production support on plant machinery, including breakdown troubleshooting, project implementation, and continuous improvement initiatives. This role is part of a maintenance team covering 24-hour operations, 5 days a week, with additional support for weekend production as required

Available shift: Morning 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• Perform preventive, corrective, and breakdown maintenance on electrical and automated equipment.
• Troubleshoot electrical, PLC, SCADA, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems to minimise downtime.
• Plan and complete maintenance activities using the CMMS, ensuring accurate work order management.
• Support equipment installations, commissioning, and continuous improvement projects.
• Maintain critical site services, including compressors, chillers, and boilers.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, permits, risk assessments, and safe work procedures.
• Manage spare parts, contractor activities, and maintenance documentation.
• Partner with production teams to improve reliability, safety, and operational performance.

Your skills and experience

To be successful in this role, you’ll have:

• Trade-qualified Maintenance Electrician with experience in manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Strong troubleshooting skills in electrical, PLC, and automation systems.
• Experience with preventive maintenance programs and CMMS platforms (e.g., SAP, Maximo).
• Knowledge of pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Strong commitment to safety and continuous improvement.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• FMCG or plastics manufacturing experience is desirable.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ experience in a similar role with strong exposure to modern manufacturing automation
• A grade Electrical License
• Current Elevated Work Platform License (EWP) is an advantage.
• Skilled in electrical troubleshooting, maintenance, and repairs on production equipment
• Knowledgeable with PLC logic, SCADA, Siemens safety control logic, and Australian Safety Standards