Electricians

Select Aust Sydney; Sydney; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Job security

Stable team

Shift loading 15% on afternoon shifts

Long-term career

Job summary

Select Aust Sydney is a leading manufacturer of brake systems for rail applications. The role offers a permanent, full-time position with a stable roster and opportunities to work hands-on with PLCs, SCADA, and modern plant automation systems.

You will breakdown and diagnose electrical issues, interact with motor control systems, and perform preventive maintenance. NSW electrical licensure is essential, with a supportive engineering team and a focus on continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Current NSW Electrical Licence (Essential).
• Industrial/manufacturing or heavy plant experience required.
• Ability to read complex electrical schematics and troubleshoot PLCs.
• Experience with SCADA and plant automation systems.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical breakdowns on active manufacturing machinery to minimise downtime.
• Fault-find and interact with PLC systems and motor control systems.
• Conduct monthly safety inspections and routine preventive maintenance.
• Collaborate with Mechanical Fitters on repairs and recommissioning.
• Assist Engineering Manager on continuous improvement projects and safety risk assessments.

Skills

Electrical schematics

PLC troubleshooting

Motor control systems

Automation plant machinery

Education

NSW Electrical Licence

Tools

SCADA

Databases

Job description

Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

Job Description

About the Opportunity: Looking for stable work in Wetherill Park? Join a leading manufacturing plant building brake systems for the rail industry.

Benefits: Job Security & Longevity: Join an established, stable team with ongoing work and long-term career permanence. Competitive Base Rates: Starting base rates from $50.00/hr (Perm) or $62.50/hr (Casual) , negotiable based on experience, plus a 15% shift loading on all afternoon shifts.

Predictable 8-Hour Roster: Consistent schedules and great balance on an alternating 2-week rotation: Week A (Day Shift): 6:00am - 2:00pm Week B (Afternoon Shift): 2:00pm - 10:00pm

Technical Growth: Expand your trade skills working hands-on with PLCs, SCADA, databases and modern plant automation systems. Clean & Safe Environment: Work alongside a supportive & cooperative engineering team Duties:

Breakdown & Diagnostics: Rapidly troubleshoot and repair electrical breakdowns on active manufacturing machinery, motors, pneumatics, and hydraulics to minimise plant downtime. Automation & Controls: Fault-find and interact with PLC systems, SCADA Preventive Maintenance: Conduct monthly safety inspections, lead tagging, system calibrations, and routine preventive maintenance.

Cross-Trade Support: Work closely with Mechanical Fitters to assist in repair, rebuilds and equipment recommissioning. Continuous Improvement: Collaborate with the Engineering Manager on continuous improvement projects, plant automation upgrades and safety risk assessments. Skills & Experience:

Licensing: Current Unrestricted NSW Electrical Licence (Essential). Industrial Experience: Proven background in an industrial, manufacturing or heavy plant environment Technical Capability: Demonstrated ability to read complex electrical schematics and troubleshoot PLCs, motor control systems, and automated plant machinery.