HYDAC, a renowned international leader in Motion & Control technology, is looking for a driven Industrial Electrician join our energetic team in Victoria. This is an exciting opportunity to start your career with a global brand known for innovation and excellence in fluid power systems.
Join a Growing Industrial Automation & Electrical Team
We are seeking an experienced Industrial Electrician to join our Victorian team. This is a hands-on role supporting the assembly, installation, testing, commissioning, and maintenance of industrial electrical and control systems in both our workshop and at customer sites.
You will work on a range of industrial automation, machinery, and control system projects, collaborating with engineers, programmers, production teams, and customers to deliver safe, high-quality outcomes.
About the Role
As an Industrial Electrician, you will be responsible for building, installing, testing, maintaining, and troubleshooting industrial electrical and control systems in accordance with approved drawings, industry standards, and company procedures.
Key Responsibilities
- Assemble and wire control panels, junction boxes, machinery, and field devices from technical drawings and work instructions.
- Install and terminate cables, motors, drives, sensors, actuators, safety devices, and industrial control equipment.
- Conduct inspections, testing, and verification of electrical installations, ensuring compliance with quality and safety requirements.
- Complete test documentation, equipment labelling, traceability records, and as-built documentation.
- Diagnose and rectify electrical and control system faults using structured troubleshooting methods and test instruments.
- Support machine power-up, I/O testing, Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT),
commissioning activities, planned maintenance, and breakdown response.
- Apply electrical safety practices including isolation, lock out/tag out (LOTO), and test-for-dead procedures.
- Identify drawing discrepancies, material shortages, and safety concerns, escalating issues where required.
- Maintain workshop standards, tools, calibrated equipment, housekeeping, and 5S practices.
- Work closely with engineers, programmers, production personnel, and customer representatives.
- Ensure compliance with electrical regulations, Australian Standards, company procedures, and site-specific safety requirements.
About You
You are a qualified and safety-focused electrician with experience working in industrial environments, machinery, manufacturing, or automation projects. You take pride in your workmanship, enjoy solving technical problems, and can work independently while maintaining strong communication with the wider team.
Essential Qualifications
- Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician (UEE30820 or equivalent).
- Current Victorian A Grade Electrical Licence.
- Strong commitment to workplace health and safety.
Desirable Qualifications
- Current Driver Licence.
- White Card (Construction Induction Card).
- First Aid certification.
- Additional training in industrial controls, instrumentation, hazardous areas, or high-risk work licences.
Skills & Experience
Essential Skills
- High-quality control panel and machine wiring experience.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings.
- Strong cable termination and installation skills.
- Safe use of electrical testing equipment.
- Excellent fault-finding and troubleshooting capability.
- Understanding of
- PLC I/O systems
- Relays and contactors
- Variable speed drives (VSDs)
- Electric motors
- Industrial sensors
- Safety circuits
- Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy.
- Ability to work safely with minimal supervision.
- Strong communication and customer-service skills.
Experience Required
- Minimum 3 years post-trade industrial electrical experience.
- Proven experience working with
- Control panels
- Industrial machinery
- Manufacturing equipment
- Automation or systems integration projects
- Experience with commissioning, service work, breakdown response, or on-site installations will be highly regarded.
What We Offer
- Diverse and interesting industrial automation projects.
- Combination of workshop and site-based work.
- Supportive and collaborative team environment.
- Ongoing training and development opportunities.
- Opportunity to work with modern electrical and control technologies.
- Competitive salary package based on skills and experience.
Apply Now
If you are a qualified Industrial Electrician looking to further your career in industrial automation, controls, and electrical systems, we would like to hear from you.
Submit your application today with your resume outlining your experience, licences, and relevant project work.
📌 Industrial Electrician (Altona)
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