Electrical & Instrument Technician

Riverina Oils; Wagga Wagga; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverina Oils is seeking an experienced Electrical & Instrument Technician for our Wagga Wagga, NSW plant to oversee daily maintenance on a range of electrical systems and manufacturing equipment. The role will drive our culture and values, providing leadership in the maintenance team and supporting the process team for operational needs.

The successful candidate will hold trade qualifications and an A-grade electrical licence, have strong PLC and schematic skills, and be able to work

Qualifications

• 3+ years in industrial electrical maintenance and repair.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics.
• Experience with PLC-based control systems.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and perform day-to-day electrical maintenance on plant systems.
• Repair, calibrate and troubleshoot machinery to improve reliability.
• Lead maintenance team and support process teams.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and minimise downtime.
• Ensure safety equipment and procedures are followed.

Skills

PLC experience

Interpret electrical schematics

Troubleshooting

Electrical safety

Teamwork and communication

Education

Trade recognised qualifications and A grade Electrical Licence

Class C Driver’s Licence

Job description

Riverina Oils produce refined vegetable oils and vegetable protein meal for poultry, dairy and animal feed industries at our plant located in Wagga Wagga, NSW.

We are seeking an experienced Electrical & Instrument Technician to oversee and perform a variety of day-to-day maintenance activities on a series of electrical systems, machines, sub-assemblies and manufacturing equipment using a range of process, tools and machines. This role will drive Riverina Oils culture and values providing leadership in the maintenance team and supporting the process team for their operational and service needs. The role will also be required to repair, calibrate, troubleshoot and maintain all plant and equipment with responsibility for the support of machinery breakdowns as well as improving equipment availability, maintenance and reliability within the Riverina Oils facility in Wagga Wagga NSW.

About you:

• Trade recognised qualifications and ‘A’ grade Electrical Licence.
• Experience in PLC systems.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in industrial electrical maintenance and repair.
• Extensive knowledge of electrical equipment, processes and tools.
• Ability to interpret Electrical Schematics.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A thorough understanding of safety equipment.
• Class C Driver’s License.
• Experience in a Hazardous Area HA plant or industry.

Working conditions:

Must be able to work in various environments, including working at heights, on flooring with see through floors, walking on even and uneven floors, slippery floors and outdoor slopes.

Ability to lift and carry up to 15kgs.

Exposure to occasional atmospheric dust and frequent exposure to the smell of Canola through various stages of processing.

Availability for on-call and emergency situations as needed.

Exciting opportunity with a growing company.

Riverina Oils is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and invite applications from all nationalities, genders, and cultural backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to undertake a pre-employment medical (including drug & alcohol testing) and background checks (including reference checks, police check and right to work check).