We are a leading food manufacturer in Melbourne's western suburbs seeking an experienced Maintenance Electrician to join its engineering team. You will need a solid background in industrial food processing or a similar field, packaging machinery, and strict compliance with food safety regulations.

Job Overview
Position: Maintenance Electrician
Location: Western Suburbs, Melbourne, VIC
Type: Full-Time
Shifts: Rotating weekly (Day and Afternoon)

Key Responsibilities
Maintain, fault-find, and repair automated food processing and packaging lines.
Troubleshoot complex mechanical, electrical, and control system breakdowns.
Collaborate closely with production teams to minimise plant downtime.
Ensure all engineering works comply with strict food safety, hygiene, and OHS standards.
Complete preventative maintenance tasks and contribute to continuous improvement projects.

Requirements




Relevant trade qualification (Current Victorian A-Grade Electrical Licence OR Trade Certificate as a Maintenance Fitter / Mechanical Fitter).
Minimum 5 years of post-apprentice experience in heavy industrial or manufacturing environments.
Hands-on experience within food manufacturing or similar rapid-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sectors.
Working knowledge of HACCP and Positive Manufacturing Practices (GMP) compliance.
Deep understanding of high-speed food processing and packaging machinery.
Flexibility to work rotating day and afternoon shifts on a weekly basis.
Highly reliable, motivated, and a robust track record of working well within a team.

Preferred Qualifications (Not Essential)
Dual-trade capabilities or post-trade qualifications in welding.
Fluid power post-trade qualifications (industrial pneumatics and hydraulics).

Work Location: In person

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