If you are curious & creative, invested in not only your own success but also the growth of others, and believe in building the Great Australian Food Company, then you might be the one for us!
About The Role
Our Smithfield site in Western Sydney manufactures a range of more than 60 fruit juice, fruit drink, and water ice products and forms part of the juice portfolio – operating five days a week, 24 hours a day. The site currently manufactures approximately 110 million litres of finished goods every year including The Juice Brothers, Daily Juice, Mildura, and Zooper Dooper.
Reporting to the Engineering Reliability Leader, the Electrical Automation Electrician will Provide electrical and automation support for site operational breakdown, maintenance, and improvement requirements. Seek innovative solutions and perform tests on equipment by the standards and procedures of quality, safety, and environment to ensure the elimination of defects.
Shift pattern will be negotiated regarding to candidate availability. This position will be 38 hours per week Monday to Friday or Sunday to Thursday (night shift).
Responsibilities
Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment and systems for emergency repairs and carry out preventive maintenance inspections
Improve workforce productivity by eliminating potential delays by technical support and fault finding of mechanical issues.
Partner with the Automation Mechanic on shift to provide solutions to production issues.
Active participation in Continuous Improvement and ad-hoc projects
Develop and implement safe systems of work without supervision and provides technical guidance when required
About you
Full licensed electrician with similar experience in a manufacturing environment
Basic Automation skills/experience is desired
PLC fault finding & SCADA knowledge is highly regarded
Strong analytical & problem-solving skills
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, manuals, and P&ID’s
The Bega Story
Bega Cheese Group is home to many trusted and iconic food and beverage brands. Whether it’s VEGEMITE on toast, a Big M on the go or a Zooper Dooper on a hot day - you've probably grown up enjoying the iconic products we proudly manufacture every day at Bega. Being recently named in the Top 10 Strongest Australian Brands of 2022, our vision is to become The Great Australian Food Company!
Our growth story of becoming a successful ASX listed company with an annual turnover in excess of $2 billion and approximately 4,000 employees, is made possible by our dedicated workforce who live and breathe our values every day. We have a strong regional focus and proudly support the communities where we work, live and play. At Bega, we are proud of our heritage and will continue to build great opportunities to encourage our people to develop and thrive. Come and be a part of our success story as we continue to build The Great Australian Food Company!
Life at Bega
Company culture and our values are very important to us. From flexible working arrangements and regular social catch ups, we’re committed to fostering a supportive and agile work environment for our team.
Join a dedicated, forward-thinking, and innovative culture
Grow with us, through opportunities for career development and progression
Contribute by giving back to your community through charities we partner with
Access to mental and physical health programs through our wellbeing portal and programs
Enjoy excellent employee benefits, including flexible working, purchased leave options and salary continuous insurance
Applications
The successful applicant will be required to complete a pre-employment medical.
At Bega, diversity and inclusion is a business priority, we want everyone to be themselves regardless of their background, religion, sexual orientation, age, or gender so we can truly reflect the customers and communities that we serve. No matter how you identify, we encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply for roles at Bega.
