Tully Sugar has an opportunity for you to work in a unique industry on a variety of electrical equipment and control systems, including exposure to power generation.
This is a full-time, permanent position with day work hours. You will also receive training as a Shift Electrician to provide relief during the crushing season on a shift basis as required. During the crushing season, a lifestyle 12-hour shift roster is worked.
Our Company
* Highly regarded in the Australian Sugar Industry
* Future growth and development
* Subsidiary of a global company retaining a local community spirit
The Role
As an Electrician in the sugar industry, you will work with a range of unique electrical equipment and technology. Your responsibilities will include installation, repair, maintenance, servicing, testing, modification, commissioning, calibration, and fault finding of industrial electrical equipment and complex control systems. You will also provide guidance to apprentices and assist as part of a work team.
The electrical team executes extensive maintenance and capital installation projects. With expanding production and capital investments, there are opportunities to increase earning capacity through overtime.
Qualifications and Experience
* Electrical Tradesperson holding a current Qld Electrical Work Licence – Fitter Mechanic or equivalent
* Experience in power generation, protection systems, HV/LV distribution, AC/DC drives, DCS, PLC, SCADA, welding machines, statutory testing (not critical but advantageous)
* Experience with SAP Plant Maintenance or other maintenance management systems (highly regarded)
* Safety conscious, effective communicator, self-motivated, able to work independently and in a team
Work Hours and Benefits
* Full-time employment
* During the crushing season: 40 hours/week, 5 days of 8 hours
* Year-round: average 38 hours/week with 2 hours of additional work
* Maintenance season: 4 days of 9 hours, with RDOs on Monday or Friday
* Superannuation, training, and development opportunities
* Health benefits including free flu vaccinations and on-site nurse access
* Family support through Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
* Accommodation options to be discussed with shortlisted candidates
Community and Region
The community of Tully offers educational, health, sporting, and shopping facilities. Take a virtual tour of the region at
Remuneration and Fitness for Duty
Competitive wages under the local Enterprise Agreement. Participation in our Fitness for Duty program, including drug and alcohol testing prior to employment, is required.
Production
Tully Sugar produces raw sugar and renewable energy from a highly efficient mill. The supply area covers approximately 29,000 hectares, producing about 2.5 million tonnes of cane and 325,000 tonnes of sugar annually. More information at
Application Process
Contact Ian, Electrical Engineering Manager, at 07 40 684 726. Submit applications via Seek. We reserve the right to fill this position as soon as a suitable candidate is found. Only Australian residents with a current Qld Electrical Licence or equivalent will be considered.
Tully Sugar is an equal opportunity employer.
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