Electrical Maintenance Technician
- Join the maintenance team as an Electrical Maintenance Technician at a steel processing site.
- Responsible for maintenance, fault-finding, and optimisation of electrical and control systems.
- Work in a safety-conscious environment with opportunities for overtime and career growth.
Electrical Maintenance Technician
Job ID
7057
Type
Full time
Location
Cavan, SA
Positions
1
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Electrical Maintenance Technician
The Opportunity
On behalf of our client, we are seeking an Industrial Electrician to join the maintenance team at their Cavan site in Adelaide.
Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, you will be safety-orientated and responsible for the maintenance, fault-finding, repair and optimisation of electrical and control systems that are critical to steel processing and heavy industrial operations.
This is a hands-on role working across large-scale equipment, automation systems, drives, conveyors and plant machinery, ensuring reliability, safety and operational efficiency in a high-performance, safety-conscious environment.
Job Details
The role is open to Australian or New Zealand citizens only.
Hours are suited to work/life balance, generally running from 2pm to 10pm Monday to Friday, with overtime available and paid at overtime rates. If not sure about afternoon hours, please still apply and a further discussion regarding hours can be facilitated.
Pay rate ranging from $54.00 to $60.00 per hour, plus 15% afternoon shift loading, 12% superannuation, bonus and overtime, with potential to grow income as experience develops.
Duties include:
- Troubleshoot, diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical faults across heavy industrial plant
- Carry out equipment audits, machine installs and preventative maintenance tasks
- Troubleshoot PLC systems and assist in programming, with training provided if required
- Identify operational improvements through root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives
- Assist with mechanical tasks where required, including belt tracking, lubrication, bearings, chains, motors and gearboxes
- Ensure all work is delivered safely, efficiently and in accordance with site standards
About You
The successful candidate will bring strong industrial maintenance experience, technical capability and a commitment to safe, high-quality workmanship.
You will be self-motivated, team-oriented and confident working with electrical, mechanical, pneumatic and automation systems in a heavy industrial environment.
You will bring:
- Unrestricted Electrical Licence in South Australia
- Certificate III Electrotechnology or higher
- Demonstrated experience in industrial maintenance, troubleshooting and problem-solving
- Strong understanding of industrial controls, PLCs, HMIs, VFDs and automation systems
- Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical schematics
- Mechanical aptitude, with experience working alongside pneumatic and mechanical systems
- Commitment to safety, quality and continuous improvement
Advantageous and Highly Regarded:
- Licences / Tickets: EWP, High Risk Work Licence, Forklift Licence, current CPR/LVR
- Experience with PLC programming, hydraulics and proportional valves, MAINPAC or other CMMS platforms, and Microsoft Office/report writing
Rewards and Benefits
A progressive pay structure, consistent overtime available, permanent full-time hours with job security, and a strong team environment with a safety-first culture.
Additional benefits include discounted nib Health Insurance, employee discounts across major retail, travel and lifestyle brands, and confidential counselling and wellbeing support through the Employee Assistance Program and Sonder for you and your immediate family.
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