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Automation engineer

Melbourne
Hays
Posted: 28 January
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Your new company
The company is a well‑established market leader in FMCG operating at scale, with a strong presence across multiple regions. It delivers essential products that are part of everyday life, combining operational excellence with a clear focus on quality, safety, and continuous improvement. The business is known for its collaborative culture, long‑term stability, and commitment to developing its people while making a meaningful impact on consumers and communities.

Your new role
Design, develop, program, and maintain automated control systems
Configure and support PLCs, SCADA, HMIs, and industrial networks
Troubleshoot and resolve automation, control, and instrumentation faults
Optimise production processes to improve efficiency, reliability, and safety
Lead or support automation projects from concept through to commissioning
Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams
Implement continuous improvement and standardisation initiatives
Ensure systems comply with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements

What you'll need to succeed
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation, Controls Engineering, or a related discipline
Proven experience in industrial automation or control systems engineering
Strong hands‑on experience with PLC programming (e.g. Siemens, Rockwell/Allen‑Bradley, Schneider, Omron)
Experience with SCADA, HMI, and industrial control software
Knowledge of industrial networks and communication protocols (e.g. Ethernet/IP, Profibus, Profinet, Modbus)
Understanding of instrumentation, sensors, actuators, and control panels
Experience commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting automated systems
Familiarity with safety standards and functional safety (e.g. machine safety, SIL, risk assessments)

What you'll get in return
Strong focus on employee wellbeing
Career growth and development opportunities
Purpose-driven and inclusive culture

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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