Job Description
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Opportunity to work with modern, automated equipment
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Supportive team environment with a strong safety culture
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Training and development opportunities
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The Company n
An established and highly regarded large food manufacturer based inMelbourneWestern Suburbs. The site operates a high standard production environment with advanced automated machinery, PLC-controlled systems, and strict food safety standards. The maintenance team plays a critical role in ensuring electrical reliability, minimising downtime, and maintaining the secure and efficient operation of plant equipment as the business continues to grow and optimise performance.
The Position n
Seeking an experienced Maintenance Electrician to work day shift ONLY, providing hands-on electrical maintenance support across production, packaging, and site services.
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This is a full-time permanent position and purely Day Shift - 4 Days on, 4 days off. This would suit someone looking for work-life balance
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Responding to electrical breakdowns to minimise production downtime
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Completing scheduled preventive electrical maintenance in line with CMMS plans
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Fault finding and troubleshooting across PLCs, motors, drives, sensors, and control systems
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Supporting continuous improvement initiatives and small projects
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Working collaboratively with production, mechanical, and maintenance teams
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Completing all maintenance documentation accurately in the CMMS
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Maintaining compliance with GMP, food safety, quality, and HSE requirements
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Skills and Experience n
Essential:
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Trade qualification as a Licensed A-Grade Electrician
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Proven maintenance experience in FMCG, food manufacturing, or similar high-speed production environments
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Strong electrical fault-finding and problem-solving skills
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Ability to work independently
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Experience using CMMS systems such as SAP, MEX, Pronto, or similar
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Sound understanding of GMP, HACCP, and food safety requirements
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Experience with automated production lines, packaging equipment, VSDs, motors, and instrumentation
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Exposure to continuous improvement, Lean, or reliability practices
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Forklift licence, Working at Heights, or Confined Space certification
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Benefits n
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Role in a stable 24/7 manufacturing operation
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📌 Maintenance Electrician - Day Shift (Melbourne)
🏢 Miller Leith
📍 Melbourne