Job Description
Location
Helensvale, Gold Coast, QLD
Work Type
Full Time
Job Title
Automation Technician
Wages
$79,500 – $85,000 (in line with experience)
Sector
Operations & Production Technology
The Chance
Our client is a leading name in high-end joinery and construction solutions, currently undergoing a significant technological expansion.
As they scale their operations to meet a growing portfolio of large-scale projects, they are seeking a forward-thinking Automation Technician to act as the bridge between traditional craftsmanship and cutting-edge manufacturing.
This is a strategic role designed to maximize the efficiency of a brand-new robotic and CNC infrastructure.
You will be responsible for ensuring peak machine uptime, optimizing cycle times, and integrating real-time data diagnostics to drive precision and production volume.
Key Responsibilities
System Integration & Programming:Develop and optimize PLC and HMI systems to streamline workflows from design to execution.
You will play a key role in robotic orchestration, calibrating assembly arms for high-precision tasks like finishing and sorting.
Technical Diagnostics & Maintenance:Act as the primary responder for complex faults across CNC woodworking machinery (cutting, drilling, edge-banding) and automated material handling systems.
Predictive Strategy:Implement diagnostic schedules for pneumatic, electrical, and mechanical components to mitigate downtime.




Operational Optimization:Use production line data to identify bottlenecks and adjust machine parameters to increase throughput.
Growth & Commissioning:Lead the installation and commissioning of new sensors, conveyors, and safety systems as the facility continues its digital transformation.
Skill & Experience
Educational Background:Diploma or Degree in Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, or Industrial Automation.
Industry Expertise:Minimum of 1 years' experience maintaining high-end CNC machinery (e.g., Homag, Biesse, SCM) and robotic systems (e.g., KUKA, ABB, FANUC).
Programming Skills:Proven proficiency in PLC programming (Siemens TIA Portal, Allen-Bradley, or similar) and HMI design.
Technical Knowledge:Strong understanding of pneumatic systems, servo-drives, and industrial networking (EtherCAT, Profinet).
Analytical Mindset:Ability to interpret complex electrical schematics and mechanical blueprints.
Why Apply?
This is a rare chance to work within a facility that is truly embracing the "digital thread" of manufacturing.
You will be at the forefront of industrial automation on the Gold Coast, working with a team that values surgical precision and technological innovation.
To Apply
If you are a technical expert ready to drive the future of automated joinery, please submit your resume and cover letter via the link below.

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