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Electrical control technician

McCain Foods
Posted: 15 June
Offer description

Position Title: Electrical Control Technician - Smithton

Position Type: Regular - Full-Time

Position Location: Smithton

Grade:Scale NO GRADE

Requisition ID:34968

McCainSmithtonis looking for an experienced and motivated individual to join our Maintenance team in the role ofElectrical Control Technician. Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, the successful candidate will carry out technical support functions including (but not limited to) the diagnosis and repair of faults on electrical and control equipment. This includes, develop, modify, install and commission electrical control equipment and PLC programs for process improvement and new projects.

We are looking for candidates who can demonstrate leadership and customer focus, with a collaborative approach.

Key Responsibilities :

* Maintain and Program Programmable Logic Controls (PLC), SCADA and communication systems.
* Oversee the entire electrical system on site ensuring that our systems are compliant with local standards & regulations.
* Liaise with maintenance and production personnel.
* Use Computer Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
* Identify and procure electrical and control equipment.
* Design and implement plant improvements and modifications.
* Troubleshoot and repair electronic faults, and systems on plant electrical equipment.
* Test, install and calibrate transducers and actuators.
* Install and setup variable frequency and servo drives.
* Assist in the training of Electricians and Apprentices

As part of this role it is expected that you will understand and practise safe company procedures in line with:

* WH&S (Work Health & Safety) Policy (including Safe Lifting Procedures)
* Procedures and Work Instructions
* Good Manufacturing Practices and Food Safety

Mandatory Education and Skill Requirements :

Mandatory:

A Class Electrical License

Electrical Trade Certificate

Allen Bradley PLC qualifications / experience

DesirableQualifications:

Experience with Beckoff, Siemens and Omron would be an advantage

RSlogix experience

Continuous process manufacturing experience.

About You:

Strong commitment to Health and Safety.

Excellent problem solving skills.

Excellent communication skills.

Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

This is a fantastic opportunity for self-motivated individuals looking for an opportunity to move into a senior role. If you have what it takes to be a part of our maintenance leadership team, we want to hear from you.

To be considered for this role, your application must include a covering letter and resume.

McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. We see value in ensuring we have a diverse, antiracist, inclusive, merit-based, and equitable workplace. As a global family-owned company we are proud to reflect the diverse communities around the world in which we live and work. We recognize that diversity drives our creativity, resilience, and success and makes our business stronger.

Your privacy is important to us. By submitting personal data or information to us, you agree this will be handled in accordance with the Global Employee Privacy Policy

Job Family:Manufacturing
Division:ANZ
Department:Smithton Plant Maintenance
Location(s): AU - Australia : Tasmania : Smithton || AU - Australia : New South Wales : Lisarow || AU - Australia : New South Wales : North Sydney || AU - Australia : New South Wales : Sydney || AU - Australia : Other : Reference job description || AU - Australia : Queensland : Brisbane || AU - Australia : Queensland : Morningside || AU - Australia : South Australia : Adelaide || AU - Australia : South Australia : Penola || AU - Australia : Tasmania : Hobart || AU - Australia : Victoria : Ballarat || AU - Australia : Victoria : Melbourne || AU - Australia : Western Australia : Perth

Company:McCain Foods (Aust) Pty.

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