Electrical Technician: PLC Optimization and Manufacturing

AKD Softwoods; Tumut; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

AKD Softwoods in Tumut, NSW, Australia, is seeking an experienced electrical maintenance professional to lead PLC-driven improvements. The role focuses on delivering fit-for-purpose electrical control systems and infrastructure, with ongoing coaching to raise team capability and safety in a major timber manufacturing environment.

You will work with asset management, operations and maintenance teams to optimize processes, drive cost efficiency and apply innovative technology across our Australian

Qualifications

• You are confident working in a manufacturing, maintenance or process improvement environment.
• You can plan, coordinate and deliver projects to agreed outcomes.
• You communicate clearly and can work collaboratively with maintenance, production and operational teams.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and maintain fit for purpose Electrical Control Systems and Infrastructure.
• Act as subject matter expert for the electrical department.
• Provide technical support to asset management, operations, and maintenance teams.
• Critically analyse manufacturing processes to identify the opportunity for improvement.
• Ensure an ongoing focus on lifecycle product costs, process efficiency, and innovation.
• Work with operations personnel to lead and participate in Root Cause Analysis and Investigations.
• Provide coaching to team members to increase overall capability of the team

Skills

Project planning

Team collaboration

Clear communication

Education

Electrotechnology or Electrical Engineering qualification

Job description

AKD Softwoods in Tumut, NSW, Australia, is seeking an experienced electrical maintenance professional to lead PLC-driven improvements. The role focuses on delivering fit-for-purpose electrical control systems and infrastructure, with ongoing coaching to raise team capability and safety in a major timber manufacturing environment.

You will work with asset management, operations and maintenance teams to optimize processes, drive cost efficiency and apply innovative technology across our Australian