Maintenance Electrician

Primo Foods; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Factory shop discounts

Career development pathways

Job summary

Primo in Wacol is seeking a Maintenance Electrician to support a dedicated onsite production facility. You will perform preventative electrical maintenance, diagnose faults, and optimise PLCs and control systems to ensure reliable operations. The role emphasises safety and continuous improvement within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The position offers full-time hours with no rotating roster and options for overtime, along with opportunities for training and career development.

Qualifications

• Current QLD Electrical Work Licence (or equivalent).
• Demonstrated commitment to safety and compliant work practices.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled preventative electrical maintenance to maximise equipment uptime.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair electrical, control, power distribution and automation systems.
• Respond promptly to electrical faults, alarms, and breakdowns to minimise production disruption.
• Maintain and optimise PLCs, control systems, and electrical infrastructure for consistent operation.
• Ensure all work complies with safety standards, regulations, and company procedures.
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying recurring faults and recommending reliability improvements.

Skills

Preventative maintenance

Electrical troubleshooting

Safety focus

Team collaboration

Education

QLD Electrical Work Licence

Tools

PLC programming

Electrical control systems

Job description

Primo are looking for a Maintenance Electrician to join our dedicated onsite team in Wacol. You will directly contribute to the safe and reliable operation of our production facility through proactive electrical maintenance.

This role offers an opportunity for work/life balance with no rotating roster and the option to work overtime. Choose the shift that works for you:

• Day shift:Monday to Friday, 5:30am – 2:00pm
• Afternoon shift:Monday to Friday, 1:30pm – 10:00pm

Key Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled preventative electrical maintenance to maximise equipment uptime
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair electrical, control, power distribution and automation systems
• Respond promptly to electrical faults, alarms, and breakdowns to minimise production disruption
• Maintain and optimise PLCs, control systems, and electrical infrastructure for consistent operation
• Ensure all work complies with safety standards, regulations, and company procedures
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying recurring faults, participating in root cause analysis, and recommending long-term reliability improvements

What You'll Bring

• Current QLD Electrical Work Licence (or equivalent)
• Motivated, proactive and safety-conscious attitude
• Willingness to learn and retain knowledge
• Ability to communicate clearly and confidently across all levels as a collaborative team player
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on environment

Why Join Primo?

At Primo, we're committed to creating a workplace where people feel supported, valued, and connected. You'll also enjoy:

• Stable, full-time employment with opportunities for overtime
• Discounts at our Hans Factory shop
• Health insurance and retail partner discounts
• Training and career development pathways
• The chance to gain experience through a wide range of services/manufacturing processes

Ready to take the next step in your electrical career? Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of one of Australia’s most iconic food brands.