System Technician - Electrical - Melbourne Airport

Vertali APAC Pty Ltd; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks paid annual leave

Predictable roster - plan your life in

Competitive pay + penalties and OT

Long-term job security

Modern systems and equipment

Ongoing training

Clear career progression

Supportive team culture

Strong safety systems

Job summary

Daifuku Oceania is seeking an experienced Electrical Technician to join our on-site maintenance team at Melbourne Airport. You will work on large-scale automated baggage handling systems, performing diagnostics, repairs and preventive maintenance in live operations.

Collaborating with engineers and other trades, you will uphold safety and quality, and support automation improvements. The ideal candidate has a Certificate III in Electrical Trade, PLC/motor control knowledge, and thrives in a 24/7

Qualifications

• Trade-qualified Electrician (Certificate III or equivalent).
• Experience with industrial machinery, automation systems, and electrical schematics.
• Knowledge of PLCs, motor controls, and troubleshooting techniques.
• Exposure to conveyors, hydraulics, or automated systems.
• Ability to work calmly in a live operational environment.
• Strong communication and team-first attitude.
• Commitment to safety and quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Work hands-on with advanced automated machinery and production systems.
• Diagnose, repair, and maintain components to keep operations smooth.
• Collaborate with engineers and technicians to implement innovative automation solutions.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards while driving efficiency and reliability.

Skills

PLCs

Motor controls

Troubleshooting

Safety awareness

Team player

Communication

Education

Certificate III in Electrical Trade

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Technician to join our on-site maintenance team at Melbourne Airport, working on large-scale automated systems that are critical to airport baggahe handling operations.

This is a rare opportunity to combine job security, technical challenge, working with supportive leadership and enjoy genuine work-life balance within a growth industry.

About the Role

You will be part of a dedicated maintenance team responsible for keeping complex baggage handling and automated systems operating safely and reliably in a live operational environment. The teams work in rotating shifts, supporting a 24/7 operation.

Key responsibilities include:

• Work hands-on with advanced automated machinery and production systems.
• Diagnose, repair, and maintain components to keep operations smooth.
• Collaborate with engineers and technicians to implement innovative automation solutions.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards while driving efficiency and reliability.

What We Are Looking For

• Trade-qualified Electrician (Certificate III or equivalent).
• Experience with industrial machinery, automation systems, and electrical schematics.
• Knowledge of PLCs, motor controls, and troubleshooting techniques.
• Exposure to conveyors, hydraulics, or automated systems (highly regarded)
• Ability to work calmly in a live operational environment
• Strong communication skills and a team-first attitude
• Commitment to safety and quality workmanship

What’s In It for You

• 5 weeks paid annual leave
• Predictable roster - plan your life in advance
• Competitive pay + penalties and overtime
• Long-term job security in a critical infrastructure environment
• Modern systems and equipment - no outdated gear
• Ongoing training and upskilling on relevant technologies
• Clear career progression into senior, reliability or leadership roles
• Supportive team culture - experienced trades, no egos
• Strong safety systems with real backing, not box-ticking

Who are we?

Daifuku Oceania is a subsidiary of Daifuku, a global business with over 13,000 employees worldwide, delivering material handling automation, self-service technology, and intralogistics solutions to our partners worldwide.

Our offices are in New Zealand, Australia, and Malaysia, employing 500+ exceptional people to provide our clients end-to-end solutions and customer care globally.