Be part of something from the ground up.
Spectrum Automation is expanding into Brisbane, and this is your opportunity to become one of the pioneering team members helping establish and grow our presence in Queensland.
As part of Sentra Group, Spectrum Automation has built a strong reputation delivering intelligent automation, control, and industrial electrical solutions across Australia. For over 30 years, we've partnered with leading manufacturers and industrial operators to improve reliability, productivity, and performance through smart engineering and innovative automation systems.
Now, we're bringing that expertise to Brisbane, and we're looking for high-performing Automation Technicians who want more than just another maintenance role.
If you thrive on solving complex faults, commissioning systems, working on cutting-edge industrial projects, and being surrounded by capable people who genuinely know their craft, this is the opportunity you've been waiting for.
About the Opportunity
This role is ideal for a hands-on Automation Technician who loves fault finding, problem solving, and making systems run better than they did yesterday.
You'll work across a variety of industrial environments supporting the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, optimisation, and commissioning of automation and control systems. From breakdown response through to project delivery and system upgrades, no two days will look the same.
Most importantly, you'll be joining at the beginning of our Brisbane growth journey, giving you the chance to become a key part of building the local team, culture, and long‐term success of the business.
Your responsibilities will include:
* Installing, configuring, testing, and maintaining industrial automation and control systems
* Diagnosing and rectifying complex automation and electrical faults across live industrial environments
* Assisting with commissioning PLCs, SCADA, HMIs, VSDs, and control systems
* Supporting shutdowns, upgrades, breakdown response, and optimisation projects
* Integrating sensors, drives, instrumentation, and automation devices
* Reading and interpreting electrical schematics and automation drawings
* Performing preventative maintenance and reliability improvement works
* Collaborating closely with engineers, electricians, and project delivery teams
* Maintaining high‐quality technical documentation and reporting
* Travelling to client sites across Brisbane and surrounding regions as required
What We're Looking For
We're looking for technicians who genuinely take pride in their craft.
The kind of people who can walk into a plant, identify issues others miss, stay calm under pressure, and solve problems properly, not just temporarily.
To be successful, you'll ideally have:
* QLD Electrical Licence (essential)
* Minimum 3 years' experience in industrial automation or electrical maintenance
* Strong PLC fault‐finding and troubleshooting capability
* Experience with Siemens, Allen‐Bradley, or Schneider systems highly regarded
* Excellent diagnostic and analytical skills
* Ability to interpret electrical and automation schematics confidently
* A proactive, solutions‐focused attitude
* Strong communication and teamwork skills
* Motivation to help build and grow a high‐performing Brisbane team
We're particularly interested in people who are technically sharp, adaptable, and motivated by challenging industrial environments.
Why Join Spectrum Automation?
This is more than a job, it's an opportunity to help shape the future of a growing business in Queensland.
You'll join a company known for technical excellence, strong leadership, and delivering quality outcomes for major industrial clients across Australia.
Our values guide everything we do:
* Put Safety First – safety is everyone's responsibility
* Genuinely Care – we support one another and our clients
* Do What's Right, Not What's Easy – integrity drives our decisions
* Expect to Learn and Innovate – curiosity drives improvement
What's on Offer?
* Opportunity to become a foundational Brisbane team member
* Exciting industrial automation projects across multiple industries
* Work with highly capable engineers and technicians
* Genuine career progression opportunities as the business grows
* Strong team culture with a focus on collaboration and support
* Competitive salary package - fully maintained company vehicle, phone, laptop)
* Ongoing training, mentorship, and technical development
* Diverse, challenging, and rewarding work environments
* National project exposure and long‐term career stability
Interested?
If you're an experienced Automation Technician who thrives on fault finding, solving problems, and delivering quality work, and you want to be part of building something exciting in Brisbane, we'd love to hear from you.
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