Ridley is a leading Australian agribusiness producing high-quality animal nutrition products. We are a collaborative, safety-first team that values diversity and invests in the development of our people.
Why this role?
If you are a licensed electrician who prefers real plant, real problems and real results over routine, this is the role for you. At our Lara feed manufacturing site, you will be the person who keeps production running safely and reliably – and who gets the time and support to make the equipment better.
What you will do
- Carry out preventative and breakdown maintenance on electrical plant and equipment.
- Diagnose faults quickly and complete repairs to minimise production downtime.
- Install, maintain and commission electrical equipment and control systems.
- Fault find on motors, PLCs, VSDs and instrumentation.
- Recommend and deliver improvements that lift equipment reliability and performance.
- Record maintenance work in our maintenance management system and keep documentation accurate.
- Work alongside Production, Maintenance and Engineering teams on safe, efficient operations.
- Follow all safety, quality, and environmental procedures.
What you will bring (essential)
- Electrical Trade qualification and a current A-Class Electrical Licence.
- Experience in a manufacturing or industrial maintenance workplace.
- Proven fault-finding skills on PLCs, VSDs, motors and industrial control systems.
- Ability to read electrical drawings and wiring diagrams.
- A current Driver's Licence and good computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
- A genuine commitment to safety, and the communication skills to work independently or in a team.
Nice to have (not essential – we will train the right person)
- Allen Bradley PLC, SCADA or instrumentation experience.
- Post-trade qualifications in Electronics.
- Experience with a CMMS.
- Forklift Licence.
What you get in return
- Competitive employee benefits.
- Ongoing training and professional development.
- A supportive team that backs each other.
- Career development within a leading Australian agribusiness.
- Overtime opportunities.
How to apply
Ready for a role with long-term prospects? Visit www.ridley.com.au/about/vacancies and submit your resume. Not sure you tick every box? Apply anyway – we would like to hear from you.
Applicants must have unrestricted Australian work rights. Shortlisted candidates will be required to complete background checks and a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing.