Maintenance Electrician

Thomas Foods International; Stawell; On-site; AUD 72,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary up to AUD 120,000

12% employer superannuation

Five weeks annual leave + 13 days paid

Long-term career opportunities

Ongoing training & development

Supportive team environment

Employee benefits program

Job summary

Thomas Foods International is recruiting multiple Maintenance Electricians for our Victoria facilities, including Stawell. You will ensure reliability, safety and performance of plant and equipment, working with production and maintenance teams.

Responsibilities include preventative maintenance, fault finding and CMMS record-keeping, with safety as a priority and opportunities for long‑term career progression in a leading Australian food manufacturer.

Qualifications

• Two+ years Aus/NZ industrial or manufacturing maintenance experience.
• Current Australian A-Class/A-Grade Electrical Licence or NZ EWRB Licence with eligibility to convert to AU licence.
• CMMS experience, preferably MEX or similar system.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills for equipment breakdowns.
• Solid knowledge of industrial electrical systems, PLCs and control circuits.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Preventative and scheduled electrical maintenance, fault finding and breakdown response.
• Diagnose and repair electrical equipment, PLC and control circuits.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records using a CMMS.
• Ensure all work is completed safely and in accordance with procedures.

Skills

Maintenance electrician

Fault finding

PLC & control circuits

Safety & compliance

Teamwork

Independent work

Tools

CMMS (MEX)

Job description

Join Thomas Foods International

Thomas Foods International (TFI) is a proudly 100% Australian-owned and operated company, recognised globally for producing premium Australian lamb, beef and value-added co-products. With world-class processing facilities and a strong commitment to quality, innovation and customer service, we proudly supply customers in more than 80 countries.

As part of our national recruitment campaign, we are seeking multiple experienced Maintenance Electricians to join our maintenance teams across our processing facilities in Victoria.

Victoria

Stawell – Footstep to the Grampians, 2.5 hrs from Melbourne

• Roster: 7 days on / 7 days off Afternoon Shift

About the Role

As a Maintenance Electrician, you will play a key role in ensuring the reliability, safety and performance of our plant and equipment.

Working closely with the production and maintenance teams, your responsibilities will include:

• Preventative and scheduled electrical maintenance, fault finding and breakdown response
• Diagnosing and repairing electrical equipment, PLC and control circuit troubleshooting
• Maintaining accurate maintenance records using a Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
• Ensuring all work is completed safely and in accordance with company procedures

Your contribution will help maximise plant reliability, minimise downtime and support the efficient operation of our processing facilities.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary of up to AUD $120,000
• 12% employer superannuation
• Five weeks annual leave - 13 days paid personal leave
• Long-term career opportunities with one of Australia's leading food manufacturers
• Ongoing training, development & career progression
• A supportive & collaborative team environment
• Stable, secure employment with a respected Australian company
• Access to our employee benefits program

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A strong commitment to workplace safety & continuous improvement
• A minimum of two years' Aus/NZ industrial or manufacturing maintenance experience
• A current, Australian A-Class/A-Grade Electrical Licence OR unrestricted New Zealand EWRB Electrician Licence & be willing and eligible to convert to an Australian licence. Note: Restricted New Zealand electrical licences are not eligible
• Experience using a Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS), preferably MEX or a similar system
• Strong fault-finding & diagnostic skills with the ability to respond effectively to equipment breakdowns
• Sound knowledge of industrial electrical systems, PLCs & control circuits
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team

Eligibility

Applicants must be legally entitled to work full-time in Australia.

We welcome applications from:

• Australian citizens; Australian permanent residents
• New Zealand citizens with unrestricted work rights in Australia (e.g. holders of an Australian or New Zealand passport)

Why Join Thomas Foods International?

At TFI, our people are at the heart of our success. We are committed to providing a safe, supportive workplace where employees can build rewarding careers and continue to develop their skills.

When you join TFI, you'll enjoy:

• Ongoing career progression opportunities
• Continuous learning, training & upskilling
• A positive, team-focused culture
• Access to employee benefits & wellbeing initiatives
• Secure, long-term employment with a leading Australian food manufacturer