Maintenance Electrician
Plant/Site: Laverton
Date Posted: 29 Jul ****
JBS Pork Australia (formerly Diamond Valley Pork and Rivalea) is Australia's leading integrated agri ‐ food company, supplying high ‐ quality pork to domestic and export markets across a network of farming, processing and distribution sites.
As part of the global JBS group, we offer diverse career paths and the chance to contribute to a sustainable, creative protein business.
Our mission is to be the best in all that we do - focused on superior products and services, trusted supplier partnerships, and a better future for our people.
About the Role
JBS Pork Australia is seeking a skilled Maintenance Electrician to join our team at our Laverton Processing site.
You will be part of a collaborative, fast-paced team that ensures the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of our world-class food production facility.
Key Responsibilities
Perform scheduled preventative electrical maintenance to maximise equipment uptime.
Respond promptly to electrical faults, alarms, and breakdowns to minimise production disruptions.
Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair electrical, control, power distribution, and automation systems.
Maintain and optimise PLCs, control systems, and electrical infrastructure for consistent plant operation.
Ensure all work strictly complies with Energy Safe Victoria (ESV) regulations, site safety standards, and company procedures.
Support site engineering projects and continuous improvement initiatives.




We are committed to creating a workplace where people feel supported, valued, and connected.
As part of a leading global food company, you will enjoy:
Stable, full-time employment on a Monday-to-Friday roster with excellent opportunities for overtime.
Relocation support and assistance to help you smoothly transition to Melbourne.
Novated car leasing options, health insurance discounts, and retail partner savings.
Free onsite parking and free onsite physiotherapy services.
Heavily discounted premium meat products through our staff sales.
Unmatched career progression pathways across the global JBS network.
About You
Must hold a current, unrestricted New Zealand EWRB Electrician Practising Licence (or an existing Australian A-Grade/A-Class Licence).
Must be willing and eligible to convert your NZ qualification to a Victorian A-Grade Electrical Licence via the Trans-Tasman Mutual Recognition (TTMR) framework prior to commencing work on site.
(Note: Restricted NZ electrical licences do not qualify).
Open to Australian residents and New Zealand Citizens with full, unrestricted working rights in Australia
Technical Skills:
Practical knowledge of motor control and Variable Speed Drives (Danfoss & Allen-Bradley).
Sound understanding of PLCs (Siemens & Allen-Bradley).
Excellent fault-finding and troubleshooting skills.
Strong communication skills, proactive initiative, a safety-first mindset, and close attention to detail.
Previous experience in a food manufacturing environment is highly regarded but not essential.
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