Located in Beaudesert, Bush's Proteins is one of Australia's largest service rendering plants.
Bush's Proteins is a function of the A J Bush & Sons business which is family owned and operated with over 115 years of history in the meat industry.
The Head Office is located in Homebush, NSW.Bush's Proteins converts animal by-products into valuable commodities such as meat-based protein meals and fats / oils, commonly used as key ingredients in stock feed, pet food, aqua feed and fertiliser.We're seeking an experienced Site Electrical & Automation Supervisor to lead our electrical, automation, and process control functions across a high-performance industrial manufacturing plant.
This is a senior technical leadership role overseeing a team of shift electricians, apprentices, and a process control specialist, ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient operation of all electrical and automation systems on site.If you're a licensed electrician with solid industrial experience - and you're ready to step into a role where your technical depth and leadership capability genuinely matter - this is the opportunity for you.About the RoleAs the Site Electrical & Automation Supervisor, you will be the highest-level electrical and automation authority on site, responsible for:Leading and developing a team of electricians, apprentices,



and a process control specialistOverseeing electrical maintenance, compliance, and safe work practicesProviding advanced troubleshooting across PLC, SCADA, instrumentation, drives, and industrial networksManaging automation changes, system integrity, backups, and documentationSupporting capital projects, upgrades, and reliability improvementsEnsuring electrical and automation work meets regulatory, safety, and operational standardsWorking closely with production, engineering, and contractors to keep the plant running safely and efficientlyThis role suits someone who enjoys being hands-on, solving complex technical problems, and building capability within a team.What You'll BringLicensed electrician with extensive industrial manufacturing experienceStrong leadership capability and experience supervising electrical teamsAdvanced knowledge of PLCs, SCADA, HMIs, instrumentation, drives, and industrial networksAbility to guide and mentor apprentices and tradespeopleExperience leading complex troubleshooting and automation fault-findingStrong communication skills and a commitment to safe work practicesResearching careers?
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📌 Site Electrical & Automation Supervisor (Gold Coast)
🏢 Bush's Proteins
📍 Gold Coast