A leading Australian manufacturer is seeking an experienced Maintenance Electrician to join its maintenance team at a busy North Brisbane production facility. This is a hands‑on role focused on keeping automated manufacturing equipment operating safely and efficiently. You'll be responsible for preventative maintenance, breakdown response, fault finding and supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the site.
What's on Offer - Min 6 month fixed term contract with solid chance of moving to full time quickly - Competitive hourly rate + overtime - Stable, growing manufacturing business - Modern automated production facility - Day shift with opportunities for additional hours - Ongoing training and career development The Role - Carry out preventative and reactive electrical maintenance across the manufacturing plant - Diagnose and repair electrical faults on production equipment - Fault find on PLC-controlled machinery (basic fault finding) - Maintain motors, VSDs, control panels, sensors and instrumentation - Support equipment upgrades,
installations and continuous improvement projects - Work closely with the production and maintenance teams to minimise downtime - Ensure all work is completed safely and in accordance with site procedures About You - Current Electrical Licence - Experience as a Maintenance Electrician within a manufacturing environment - Strong fault‑finding and troubleshooting skills - Experience with PLC fault finding, VSDs, motors and industrial control systems - Ability to prioritise breakdowns while completing preventative maintenance - A proactive attitude with a strong focus on safety and reliability Experience From Industries Such As - Plastics & Extrusion - PVC Pipe Manufacturing - FMCG - Packaging - Food Manufacturing - Steel Manufacturing - Building Products - Heavy Industrial Manufacturing This is an excellent chance to join a well-established manufacturer offering long-term stability, modern equipment and the chance to be part of a high-performing maintenance team. Apply now or call Emily Farrell on 0466 868 577 for a confidential discussion.