Electricians | Kilcoy

Housing Industry Association Limited; Somerset Regional; Hybrid; AUD 66,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Diversity & culture appreciation

Discounted meat benefits

Equipment purchase options

Reduced commute

Job summary

Kilcoy Global Foods in Kilcoy, QLD, is seeking a Qualified Electrician to join a 24/7 beef production operation. You will perform preventative and breakdown maintenance, optimise equipment performance, and collaborate with production teams on continuous improvement initiatives.

The role requires a Queensland recognised Electrical Trade certificate IV or licence and experience in a manufacturing setting, with knowledge of WHS, safety regulations, and PLC/SCADA systems highly regarded.

Qualifications

• Queensland recognised Electrical Trade certificate IV or licence is essential.
• Certificate III in Instrumentation & Control is required or highly preferred.
• Experience in manufacturing or industrial environments is expected.
• Familiarity with WHS and safety regulations is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and breakdown maintenance on plant equipment.
• Collaborate with production teams to optimise performance daily.
• Support capital and continuous improvement projects as directed.
• Prioritise safety and urgent repair activities while managing priorities.

Skills

Fault finding

Problem solving

Communication

Driver's licence

Education

Electrical Trade certificate IV or licence

Instrumentation & Control Cert III

Tools

Citect/SCADA

Job description

# Electricians | KilcoyKilcoy Pastoral Company LimitedKilcoy QLD 4515·Full time$48 - $56/hrAbove avgTrades & ServicesElectricianKEY POINTS WE FOUND* Join a fast-paced, 24/7 beef production environment as a Qualified Electrician.* Perform preventative and breakdown maintenance with a focus on optimising equipment performance.* Collaborate with production teams and contribute to continuous improvement projects.---**ABOUT US****About Kilcoy Global Foods**Kilcoy Global Foods is a multi-award-winning global foods solutions business, renowned for exceptional quality and innovation. Specialising in premium Australian beef, lamb and high-quality protein products, Kilcoy Global Foods products are enjoyed in more than 50 countries.To learn more about who we are and what we do, visit our website: \\*\\*\\*\\*\\*\\*\\*\\*\\*\\*\\*\\*\\*\\*\\*\\*\\*\\*\\*\\*\\*\\*\\*\\*\\***THE OPPORTUNITY****Kilcoy Pastoral Company Limited****4830 D'Aguilar Hwy****Winya, Qld, 4515****FULL TIME****Location: Kilcoy**Kilcoy Global Foods currently has permanent opportunities for Qualified Electricians to join our team in a fast-paced, 24/7 beef production environment. Work environments will vary from agricultural, production, refrigeration, biomass boiler and rendering.**YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES*** Preventative and breakdown maintenance activities, with a strong focus on a preventative approach.* Contribution of ideas and input to improved systems, procedures and maintenance.* Engage with the production team to optimise the performance of all equipment on a daily basis.* Assist in capital and continuous improvement projects as directed.* Maintain a strong focus on health and safety.* Understand the urgent nature of the business and manage competing priorities.* Prioritise urgent repairs of equipment.* Understand the importance of troubleshooting and problem solving.* Coordinate and collaborate with contractors as well as other departments regarding reliable maintenance of the various sections of the plant.**ROSTER*** Night Shift | 16:00 - 04:00hrs.* Day Shift | 4.00 - 16:00hrs.* 5 days on, 4 days off then 4 days on, 5 days off.**Renumeration*** Night Shift $56.08 per hour.* Day shift $48.28 per hour.**ABOUT YOU*** A current Queensland recognised Electrical Trade certificate IV or licence essential.* Certificate III in Instrumentation & Control.* Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.* Proven knowledge of work health & safety, safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace.* Strong mechanical aptitude.* A high standard of communication and interpersonal skills.* Ability to work as part of a team or autonomously being proactive and efficient.* Promote and drive a positive customer service attitude.* High level fault finding and problem solving skills.* Knowledge and experience of Citect/SCADA highly regarded.* Modern control systems including VSDs, soft starters and PLC controls systems highly regarded.* Driver's licence and reliable vehicle or reliable means of getting to work.* Vaccinated (or willing to be) against Q Fever.**BENEFITS*** Remove heavy traffic from your daily commute.* Highly experienced Education team providing on-the-job training.* An organisation where cultural diversity is celebrated.* Equipment – option to purchase food processing tools and equipment, (knives, steels etc., at wholesale prices).* Access to discounted premium meat.This is a long-term career opportunity, working for an enterprise business with our Global HQ on the Sunshine Coast in Queensland. We have recorded business growth of 20% year on year with sales in excess of $2.5 billion. We are committed to building a work environment that fosters an agile plus flexible workplace and where employee wellbeing is paramount.**HOW TO APPLY**If you are looking to join a company that promotes innovation, is a leader in industry and champions success, then apply now.**We are an equal opportunity employer and make every effort to select the best qualified individual for the job based on job related qualifications and experiences. Some of the information we collect via your application form and resume is “personal” information as defined by the Privacy Act. All information provided via your application form and resume is treated as confidential.**