Senior Control Systems Technician

Beyond Electrical Engineering; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly payroll

Annual bonus

Overtime

Company phone & laptop

Team events

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Beyond Electrical Engineering (BEE) is a leading provider of electrical engineering and automation solutions, servicing clients across Australia and internationally. We are expanding our Melbourne service team and seek a Senior Control Systems Technician to service our growing client base and support the local service team.

You will travel to sites, assist with programming, wiring, and fault finding, and provide on-site or remote support while maintaining safety and quality.

Qualifications

• A Grade Electrical Licence (Electrical Mechanic) is required.
• Strong IT skills with understanding of Windows apps and IP networking.
• Minimum 5+ years of control system experience in industrial or manufacturing sectors.
• Experience with onsite maintenance/commissioning.
• Experience in PLC/SCADA fault finding and programming.
• Experience in instrumentation fault finding and commissioning.
• Experience in low voltage distribution, MCC, instrumentation and power systems design.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair control system equipment.
• Diagnostics, troubleshooting, and issue resolution for control systems.
• Program and configure control systems to meet project requirements.
• Provide on-site or remote technical support and training on control systems.
• Document service activities and equipment records.
• Adhere to safety regulations and protocols on installations and maintenance.
• Control cabinet wiring for upgrades and obsolescence upgrades.
• Participate in on-call duties with overtime/payments where applicable.

Skills

Strong IT skills

Windows & IP networking

5+ years control system experience

Onsite maintenance/commissioning

PLC/SCADA fault finding & programming

Instrumentation fault finding

LV distribution & MCC

Education

A Grade Electrical Licence (Electrical Mechanic)

Job description

Beyond Electrical Engineering – Melbourne VIC

Beyond Electrical Engineering (BEE) is a leading provider of electrical engineering and automation solutions, delivering projects across Australia and internationally. We specialise in Control Systems, Low Voltage, High Voltage, and Renewables, with expertise spanning power system design, industrial automation, OT networking, and 3D drafting.

BEE partners with clients across renewables, resources, transmission, transport, water, manufacturing, and heavy industry. With offices in Melbourne, Perth, Sydney, Adelaide, Newcastle, Brisbane and Devonport, we deliver end-to-end support across the full project lifecycle, providing reliable, construction-ready solutions that meet the highest standards of safety, efficiency, and performance.

Our team is made up of skilled engineers, technicians, and designers who operate at the forefront of the industry. We work with renewable developers, utilities, mining operators, manufacturers, and infrastructure providers to deliver technically proven, construction-ready solutions. From large-scale solar and wind farms to manufacturing, resources and water treatment facilities, we ensure reliable outcomes backed by 24/7 support.

At BEE, our people are our strength. By empowering our team, we continue to exceed client expectations and help drive the transition to a smarter, more sustainable energy future.

At BEE, we know our people are the difference. That’s why we offer more than just a job. We provide a workplace where you can grow, be supported, and enjoy real rewards:

Benefits

• Wages based compensation and weekly payroll
• An Annual Incentive Bonus Scheme recognising your contribution
• Paid overtime available, with RDOs to support work-life balance
• A company phone and laptop provided for your role
• A supportive, team-focused culture where collaboration is valued
• Regular team events to stay connected and celebrate success
• Be part of a company that values you, invests in your growth, and celebrates your success both on and off the job.

The Role

This is a full-time role for a Senior Control Systems Technician to service our growing client base and support the local service team.

We're seeking a technician who wants to learn and develop their Automation skills through hands‑on experience and a wide variety of work. This role will combine site travel to support our clients and a presence in the office to assist with programming, writing code, configuring equipment and design. Responsibilities for the role include:

• Installing, maintaining, and repairing control system equipment for our clients.
• Conducting system diagnostics, troubleshooting, and resolving technical issues related to the control system operation.
• Programming and configuring control systems to meet specific project requirements and ensure optimal plant performance.
• Providing technical support to customers, either onsite or remotely, including training on control system operation and maintenance.
• Documenting service activities, including maintenance reports, work orders, and equipment records.
• Adhering to safety regulations and protocols while working on control system installations and maintenance tasks.
• Control cabinet wiring for upgrades and obsolescence upgrades.
• Ensure that excellent service delivery is met and achieved within budget & time constraints.
• Practicing a high degree of safety awareness, to ensure safety requirements are met onsite.
• Participate in on‑call duties, where you may need to work after hours including shift work. On‑call allowance and overtime payments apply where applicable.

We are vendor agnostic and work with all brands of automation systems including Siemens, Rockwell, Schneider and Ignition and Citect.

Qualifications / Experience

• A Grade Electrical Licence (Electrical Mechanic)
• Strong IT skills. A good understanding of windows applications and IP networking
• Minimum 5+ years control system experience in industrial or manufacturing sectors
• Experience with onsite maintenance/commissioning
• Demonstrated experience in control and PLC/SCADA system fault finding and programming
• Experience in instrumentation fault finding and commissioning (highly regarded)
• Experience in low voltage distribution, MCC, instrumentation and power systems design (highly regarded)

About You

• Must have full work rights in Australia
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Must be a team player

As a growing business, we have opportunities at different levels of experience, with training and support available to help you develop further.