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Maintenance electrician / industrial electrician

Sydney
Sims Metal
Maintenance
Posted: 21 May
Offer description

We are looking for a qualified Electrician to join our maintenance team at a metal recycling site. This role is an afternoon shift opportunity with regular overtime and the possibility to negotiate a market‐aligned salary.

Why Join Us

* Competitive remuneration with scope to negotiate a market‐aligned package for the right experience
* Regular overtime opportunities to increase earnings
* Full‐time, permanent employment for long‐term stability
* Tools, PPE and uniform provided
* Company‐paid parental leave and BUPA health insurance discounts
* Supportive maintenance team and strong safety culture

About the Role

Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, you will be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and improving electrical systems across heavy industrial plant and equipment to ensure safe and reliable operations.

* Assisting with plant and equipment breakdowns through efficient fault finding and electrical troubleshooting
* Performing routine inspections and preventative maintenance on plant and equipment
* Maintaining and repairing motors, control systems, and industrial electrical components
* Maintaining inventory control of electrical spare parts
* Managing and coordinating electrical contractors on small projects
* Completing all required safety documentation, including risk assessments and work permits
* Supporting the State Engineering Manager with procurement of electrical equipment
* Assisting with equipment upgrades and continuous improvement initiatives
* Ensuring all work is completed safely and in line with site procedures

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

* Electrical trade qualification and current NSW Electrical Licence
* Experience working in industrial, manufacturing, recycling, or similar heavy industry environments
* Strong fault finding and troubleshooting skills (exposure to PLC and SCADA systems is highly regarded)
* Experience working with motors, conveyors, and industrial plant (preferred)
* Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics
* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
* Current driver's licence and reliable transport
* EWP (Elevated Work Platform) licence or willingness to obtain one

EEO Statement

At Sims together we are a diverse group of employees who are supported by our equal opportunity policy. To achieve our purpose to create a world without waste to preserve our planet, we are guided by our Principles of Purpose: Be Safe + Well, Band Together, Be Accountable + Transparent, Consistently Innovate, Inspire with Purpose, Celebrate + Have Fun.

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