Automation Engineer

Saputo; City of Burnie; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Job summary

Saputo Dairy Australia is seeking an experienced Automation Engineer to support and improve PLC, SCADA and production IT systems across Burnie and Smithton sites in Tasmania.

Based at either Burnie or Smithton, you will troubleshoot automation issues, contribute to upgrades and capital projects, and coach maintenance teams while ensuring safe, efficient manufacturing operations.

Qualifications

• Experience in Automation Engineering, Controls Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or similar industrial automation roles.
• Strong PLC programming and troubleshooting capability, using platforms such as Rockwell and Siemens.
• Experience working with SCADA systems within manufacturing/industrial environments.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues.
• Relevant qualification in Electrical, Automation, Mechatronics, or related Engineering discipline.
• Experience within FMCG, food processing or manufacturing environments valued.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, program and troubleshoot PLC, SCADA and industrial control systems across manufacturing operations.
• Support reliability and performance of highly automated production equipment.
• Investigate and resolve automation-related issues while providing technical support to operations and maintenance teams.
• Contribute to automation upgrades, commissioning activities and capital project delivery.
• Coach and develop maintenance personnel in automation systems and fault-finding techniques.
• Identify opportunities to improve plant efficiency, quality, safety and operational performance through automation.

Skills

PLC programming

SCADA systems

Electrical engineering

Troubleshooting

Mechatronics

Education

Electrical/Automation/Mechatronics engineering degree

Job description

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world. As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?

How you will make contributions that matter

We are seeking an experienced Automation Engineer to support and improve automation systems across Saputo's Burnie and Smithton manufacturing sites. The successful applicant can be based at either our Burnie or Smithton site, with regular collaboration across both locations.

Reporting to the Automation & Control Manager, you will play a key role in maintaining and developing PLC, SCADA and Production IT systems that support safe, efficient and reliable manufacturing operations. This is a hands-on technical position where you'll troubleshoot complex automation issues, deliver continuous improvement initiatives, support commissioning activities and contribute to automation and capital projects across multiple sites.

Why Northwest Tasmania?

Located on Tasmania's Northwest Coast, Burnie and Smithton offer access to a lifestyle that is difficult to find in Australia's larger cities. Enjoy short commutes, affordable housing, access to world-class hiking and national parks, stunning coastlines and a strong sense of community, all while working on complex manufacturing systems for a global dairy leader. Whether you're looking to escape traffic, spend more time outdoors, raise a family, or simply enjoy a better work-life balance, Northwest Tasmania offers the opportunity to combine a rewarding engineering career with an exceptional lifestyle.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, program and troubleshoot PLC, SCADA and industrial control systems across manufacturing operations.
• Support the reliability and performance of highly automated production equipment.
• Investigate and resolve automation-related issues while providing technical support to operations and maintenance teams.
• Contribute to automation upgrades, commissioning activities and capital project delivery.
• Coach and develop maintenance personnel in automation systems and fault-finding techniques.
• Identify opportunities to improve plant efficiency, quality, safety and operational performance through automation.

About you

• Experience in Automation Engineering, Controls Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a similar industrial automation role.
• Strong PLC programming and troubleshooting capability, using platforms such as Rockwell and Siemens.
• Experience working with SCADA systems within a manufacturing, industrial or processing environment.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues.
• Relevant qualification in Electrical, Automation, Mechatronics, or a related Engineering discipline.
• Experience within FMCG, food processing or manufacturing environments will be highly regarded.

We'll support you with

• Potential for Hybrid working and flexibility options for the right applicant
• Exposure to diverse automation systems, project work and continuous improvement initiatives across multiple manufacturing sites.
• A global, values-led organisation where people and safety come first.

If you're looking for a hands-on automation role where you can apply your technical expertise, contribute to meaningful projects and enjoy Tasmania's relaxed lifestyle, we'd love to hear from you.

Saputo Dairy Australia is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants require Australian working rights at the time of applying.

As a leading dairy processor in Australia, Saputo produces, markets, and distributes a variety of products, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Devondale , Liddells , CHEER, Mersey Valley and Tasmanian Heritage. Our people bring these popular brands to life, while servicing our farming communities and through our AG Warehouse network.

Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.