Automation Specialist – PLC/SCADA & Projects

Primo Foods

Brisbane

On-site

AUD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

Primo Foods seeks an Automation Specialist at our Wacol site to deliver advanced automation engineering and support for PLC and SCADA systems. You will collaborate with Engineering, Operations and Maintenance to enhance reliability and drive project delivery.

Ideal candidates hold an engineering degree with hands-on automation experience and proficiency in Rockwell and Ignition platforms, plus familiarity with SAP. onsite work and strong problem-solving skills are essential.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience.
Experience in automation engineering, PLC/SCADA support and maintenance in industrial/manufacturing environments.
Strong knowledge of PLC programming, SCADA systems, programming and software development.
Experience with project management and exposure to SAP.
Proficiency with Rockwell and Ignition platforms (other PLC systems a plus).

Responsibilities

Provide technical support, troubleshooting, and maintenance for PLC and SCADA systems across the site.
Investigate root causes of downtime and develop solutions to improve performance.
Plan, execute, and close automation tasks and projects on time and budget.
Coordinate with Maintenance Planner on work orders and inspections.
Maintain PLC documentation, schematics, and manuals.
Develop specifications for new control processes and improvements.
Manage automation projects from start to finish.
Design, install, program, commission and fault-find control systems.
Administer and maintain SCADA databases, screens, backups, alarms, and access.