About Us

MSF Sugar is a leading Australian sugar producer and renewable energy. With over 125 years of history, we are a dynamic and forward-thinking company focused on operational excellence, sustainability and innovation. Based in Far North Queensland and part of the global Mitr Phol Group, we operate three sugar mills, extensive farming assets, and a renewable power station producing green energy from bagasse.

The Role

Applications are invited for the position of Technical Officer (Electrical) - Tableland Mill to join the MSF Sugar team. This is a permanent full-time position, located at our Tableland Mill, which is approximately 25km west of Mareeba on the Atherton Tablelands.

The Electrician will be incorporating maintenance and operational aspects. As required during the crushing season the Electrician is part of the production team on a rotating shift conducting operational and maintenance duties as required for the operation of the sugar mill. During the non-crushing season, you will report directly to the Electrical Maintenance Coordinator and be responsible for upgrading, maintaining and repairing factory electrical and processes control systems.

The Technical Officer (Electrical) must be qualified and must possess a current Qld Electrical Workers’ License. Sugar Mill or other industrial experience would be well regarded; however qualified electrical trade persons with other experience should also apply.

Key Responsibilities

- Installation, calibration and maintenance of electrical equipment

- Examines, diagnose and modify systems comprising inter-connected circuits.

- Maintain departments plans, databases and other documentation

- Commissioning and tuning of electrical systems





- Fault finding of complex electrical control systems involving some combination of pneumatic, electronic, microprocessor based and/or mechanical subsystems.

- Lead and participate in special projects as required.

The ideal candidate will have:

- A current Queensland Electrical Work Licence (Electrical Fitter / Mechanic would be preferred).

- Basic computer skills required to use the computer-based control systems

- Ability to read schematics and P&ID;’s

- Post trade experience in heavy industry electrical or instrumentation calibration, commissioning and maintenance

- A solid commitment to safety with involvement in safety/improvement teams

It would be advantageous that you have:

- Certificate III in Instrumentation with experience in pressure, level, temperature and flow control as well as valve maintenance including electropneumatic positioner calibration and repair.

- PLC/DCS exposure, in particular ABB DCS and Allen Bradley PLC.

- HV Isolation and Access

- Working at Heights

- Confined Space

- Other qualifications or prescribed occupational training such as a loader, forklift, dogger

What We Offer

At MSF Sugar, we are proud to offer a supportive and inclusive work environment with opportunities for career growth and development. Our comprehensive benefits package includes competitive remuneration, flexible work arrangements, ongoing training and access to wellbeing initiatives. We are committed to fostering a diverse and high-performing team that is passionate about driving the success of our organisation.

Apply now to join our team and contribute to the ongoing success of MSF Sugar.

Applicants will be required to complete pre-employment Drug and Alcohol testing as part of our recruitment process.

For more information, please contact Jaimee McCombe (Electrical Coordinator) by email at ••••@msfsugar.com.au

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