Site Automation Lead

Michael Page Australia; Georgina; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus scheme

Car allowance $20,000

Job summary

N/A is seeking a hands-on automation leader to ensure the performance, reliability and development of automation systems across PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, networks, robotics and equipment in a highly automated FMCG manufacturing environment.

The role requires delivering continuous improvement initiatives, supporting plant upgrades and leading projects from concept through implementation with strong stakeholder engagement and practical engineering leadership.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical, Mechatronics or Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience with Allen Bradley/Rockwell PLCs.
• Industrial control systems experience in FMCG manufacturing.
• Experience with industrial networks.
• Proven automation project delivery.
• Hands-on engineering approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead automation performance and reliability on site.
• Drive continuous improvement and plant upgrades.
• Manage automation projects from concept to implementation.
• Troubleshoot complex automation issues.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Mechatronics

Mechanical engineering

Allen Bradley PLCs

Rockwell Automation

Industrial control systems

Troubleshooting

Stakeholder communication

Education

Degree in Electrical/Mechatronics/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Allen Bradley PLCs

Rockwell Automation

Industrial networks (Ethernet/IP, PROFINET)

Job description

• Lead Automation. Drive Reliability. Shape the Future of Manufacturing
• Balance technical problem-solving, automation leadership and plant support

About Our Client

Our client is a global manufacturer with a reputation for producing trusted consumer products enjoyed by millions of households worldwide. Operating within a highly automated and technically advanced manufacturing environment, the business continues to invest heavily in innovation, automation, continuous improvement and sustainability. With a strong people-first culture, the organisation empowers its employees to effectively challenge the status quo, drive operational excellence and contribute to meaningful improvements across safety, quality and productivity.

Job Description

As the site's automation leader, you will be responsible for the ongoing performance, reliability and development of automation systems including PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, industrial networks, robotics and automated equipment. You will play a key role in troubleshooting complex issues, delivering continuous improvement initiatives, supporting plant upgrades and leading automation projects from concept through to implementation. This is not a desk-based project engineering role. Success in this position requires a hands-on approach and a genuine passion for supporting manufacturing operations.

The Successful Applicant

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• Degree qualifications in Electrical, Mechatronics or Mechanical Engineering
• Strong experience with Allen Bradley / Rockwell Automation PLCs
• Expertise across industrial control systems in an FMCG manufacturing environment
• Experience with industrial communication networks
• Proven experience delivering automation and projects within a manufacturing environment
• Strong troubleshooting and fault-finding capability
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• A practical, hands-on approach to engineering and operational support

What's on Offer

• Own and lead automation across a highly automated manufacturing facility
• Work on a diverse range of automation and reliability projects
• Influence the site's future automation roadmap
• Join a collaborative and high-performing engineering team
• Access genuine career development opportunities
• Annual bonus scheme with a strong track record of payout
• $20,000 Car allowance