Thomas Foods International Tamworth – Westdale NSW
Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position
Job Description
Thomas Foods International Tamworth is looking for an experienced Electrical Engineering Technician to join our maintenance team. This exciting role exists at Australia's largest small stock processing plant located in Tamworth, Australia's country music capital and the heart of the New England.
These roles would be a perfect fit for someone who has the ability to work as a team to ensure the continual operation and effectiveness of all plant by attending to electrical engineering maintenance and completing scheduled maintenance of our plant and equipment.
Benefits and Perks: Direct, full-time employment 42hrs per week On-the-job training provided Internal promotions encouraged Attractive, above award pay rates in accordance with TFIT Maintenance Technician Enterprise Agreement 2024 Excellent WHS culture Attractive work hours Rostering & lifestyle options available to suit individuals & open for discussion Employee rewards and benefits The Reward: With a competitive salary, we also offer you multiple extra benefits with your role.
This position is responsible for providing high-level support and expertise in relation to our plant's electrical installation and maintenance functions. Main Duties: Undertake electrical engineering maintenance, repairs, and safety. Assemble, install, test, commission, and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, and machinery using hand and power tools. Perform tests, fault finding, and reduce downtime by providing technical support and fault finding of mechanical issues throughout the shift. Inspect electrical systems and components to detect hazards, defects, and necessary adjustments or repairs, ensuring adherence to safety codes. Implement, manage, and maintain PLC systems (basic programming where required) for associated equipment. Explain technical information and concepts to non-technical users. Key Competencies and Skills: Electrical technician/trade certificate (or proven skills in these areas); 3 to 5 years' relevant experience; Strong understanding of key competencies in circuits, analog and digital electronics, electronic materials, controls and automation, power and machinery, and technical documentation; Basic PLC & VSD drive experience, Mex CMMS operations or similar; Root cause investigation & practical problem-solving skills; Excellent computer literacy / IT skills. Tamworth offers an enviable lifestyle with all the conveniences and services you'd expect from a larger city, coupled with a relaxed pace of life with opportunities to enjoy all that nature has to offer, along with being a great place to raise children, make long-term friends, and create a career.
If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, we would love for you to apply for the position. For further information about the role do not hesitate to contact our very supportive recruitment team on 0429 901 ***.
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