Systems Control Engineer

Orora; Victoria; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading packaging company is seeking a Control Systems Engineer to manage PLC and automation control systems in its Victoria facility. The role includes troubleshooting equipment issues and supporting production goals. Candidates should have a degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechatronics and 2-5 years of relevant experience. Enjoy a professional environment with competitive salary and ongoing development opportunities.

Benefits

Reward and recognition program

Ongoing learning and development opportunities

Competitive salary and benefits

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of hands-on experience, with a strong ability to work with others.
• Strong background in PLC and automation programming.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve equipment issues.
• Manage site industrial automation systems.
• Oversee inventory and procurement of control system supplies.
• Installation and commissioning new equipment and systems.
• Develop business cases and capital project proposals.

Skills

PLC and automation programming

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics or relevant Electrical Trade Certificate

Tools

PLC (AB, Omron)

SCADA (Ignition)

Job description

The Role

Are you an experienced in Electrical and/or Mechatronics control systems and ready to take the next step in your career? Join Orora’s dynamic Can Ends manufacturing facility in Ballarat – the only one of its kind across Australia and New Zealand – and be part of a high-performing team driving innovation and growth in the packaging industry.

As our Control Systems Engineer, you’ll take ownership of our PLC and automation control systems to ensure equipment reliability across the site. You'll play a critical role in supporting production, quality, and spoilage reduction goals, while leading capital projects and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve equipment issues.
• Manage site industrial automation systems – PLCs (AB, Omron), SCADA (Ignition).
• Manage breakdown response and corrective actions.
• Oversee inventory and procurement of control system supplies.
• Installation and commissioning new equipment and systems.
• Develop business cases and capital project proposals.

About You

• A degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a relevant Electrical Trade Certificate.
• 2–5 years of hand on experience, with a strong ability to work with others.
• A strong background in PLC and automation programming.

Why Orora?

• Professional and friendly work environment driven by our clear values and behaviours.
• Access to our reward and recognition program which recognise outstanding achievements of all employees.
• On going learning & development opportunities.
• Competitive salary & benefits.

How to Apply

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