At Visy Automation, we manage and deliver automation projects across Visy operations and customer sites, improving reliability, performance, and efficiency in high-volume manufacturing.
Our work focuses on delivering practical, scalable solutions that improve reliability, uptime, and operational efficiency.
We partner closely with operations, engineering teams, and external vendors to deliver automation outcomes that align with business needs.
Due to a strong pipeline of capital and automation projects, we are seeking an Automation Projects Engineer to join our team and lead project delivery across multiple sites.
The Role
Reporting to the Technical Manager, you will be responsible for end-to-end project delivery, ensuring automation projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget.
This role is strongly focused on project management, coordination, and delivery, rather than pure programming.
Key Responsibilities
Leading automation projects from concept through to commissioning
Defining scope, developing functional specifications, and aligning stakeholders
Managing project timelines, budgets, risks, and deliverables
Coordinating internal teams, contractors, and system integrators
Overseeing design, build, and implementation of automation systems
Ensuring compliance with safety-in-design principles and site standards
Supporting commissioning activities and ensuring successful project handover
Driving communication across stakeholders and providing clear project reporting
Identifying opportunities for automation and process improvement
Supporting feasibility studies and business case development
What You Will Bring
Degree in Electrical, Mechatronics,



or related Engineering discipline
Experience in automation, controls, or project delivery environments
Proven ability to deliver projects from concept through to completion
Strong organisational, planning, and stakeholder management skills
Understanding of industrial automation systems and manufacturing environments
Ability to manage contractors and system integrators effectively
Solid problem-solving and decision-making capability
Electrical licence (A-grade or restricted) advantageous
Experience working with PLC/SCADA systems (Rockwell, Allen-Bradley, Omron, etc.) is desirable
Willingness to travel occasionally
What You'll Love When You Join Us
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Discounted health insurance and banking offers
Purchased annual leave12 weeks paid parental leave and keep-in-touch days
Novated lease and salary sacrifice options
Wellbeing and retail discounts
About Visy
Visy is powering the circular economy, closing the loop between packaging, remanufacturing and recycling.
Over 75 years, we've grown to 7,000 employees and 150 global operations – predominantly in Australia and New Zealand.
We collect and sort recyclable materials from households and businesses, then remanufacture them into sustainable packaging including cardboard, glass, plastics and cans, helping build a more sustainable future.
Applicants must meet Visy employment criteria including criminal history check and pre-employment medical (including drug & alcohol testing).
Only applicants with the right to live and work in Australia will be considered.
Visy is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.
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📌 Automation Projects Engineer (Melbourne)
🏢 VISY
📍 Melbourne