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Maintenance Electrician – Relocate to Australia

Blackbook RecruitmentAuckland Central, Auckland, NZ

1 day ago

Job description

Leading Manufacturer!

Maintenance Electrician – Food Manufacturing

Locations : Sydney, Brisbane and Melbourne

Pay : $71 p / h (inclusive of 30% SL) + overtime + company benefits

The Company Join a leading food manufacturing business known for its commitment to quality, innovation, and reliability. With a strong focus on safety and continuous improvement, this site operates state-of-the-art production lines supplying major retailers and foodservice customers across Australia.

The Role We’re seeking a trade qualified Maintenance Electrician to join the on site engineering team. You’ll be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and improving automated production and packaging machinery to ensure minimal downtime and maximum efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct preventive and reactive maintenance on food manufacturing and packaging equipment
Diagnose and repair electrical and control system faults (PLC, sensors, VSDs, HMIs)
Work closely with production and maintenance teams to minimise downtime
Assist with continuous improvement and plant upgrade projects
Maintain accurate maintenance and compliance records
Adhere to site safety, HACCP, and GMP standards

Skills & Experience

Qualified Electrician

Previous experience in food, beverage, or FMCG manufacturing highly regarded

Strong knowledge of PLC fault finding (Allen Bradley, Siemens, or similar)

Sound understanding of mechanical systems (pneumatics, conveyors, packaging lines)

Ability to work independently and in a team within a high-speed production environment

Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement

What’s On Offer

Secure, full-time position in a stable and growing industry

Competitive pay + overtime + shift allowances

Supportive maintenance team and excellent site culture

If you are looking to relocate to Australia and you are a New Zealand PR or Citizen please call Joe Keogh on

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