Maintenance Shift Electrician

About the Role:

Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, an opportunity currently exists for a Shift Electrician to ensure the availability, reliability and capability of plant assets in a beef operation. Longford plant is a 5-day operation with approximately 350 employees.

Well trained, motivated employees are the key to our success. JBS understands that employment is a partnership. We are committed to offering a positive work environment, continuous learning and appropriately rewarding the people who make our company a success. We expect your best. In return, you choose how far you’ll go with JBS.

RESPONSIBILTIES:

• Ensure the availability, reliability and capability of the plant assets
• Monitor, follow up and address issues associated with the implementation and progress of planned and unplanned maintenance tasks
• Continuous improvement of plant equipment and systems
• Communication with management in relation to equipment and maintenance issues
• Understand and implement quality control techniques
• Proactive approach in the implementation of preventative maintenance
• Be actively involved with inspections of equipment undergoing rebuild or repair

KEY CRITERIA:

• A grade electrical trade qualifications and experience

• Experience in maintenance/repair in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, ideally food or beverage
• A thorough understanding of maintenance work management practices
• Proven experience with PLC's & trouble shooting
• Understanding of work planning and scheduling procedures
• Experience gained from a large heavy industry organisation
• Sound computer skills
• Effective and efficient problem-solving skills
• Thorough understanding and knowledge of OH&S regulations/procedures
• High attention to detail
• Ability to work weekends where required
• Ability to work autonomously and in a team environment

About the Role:

An exciting opportunity currently exists for a Shift Electrician to ensure the availability, reliability and capability of plant assets in a beef operation at our Longford Plant.  Longford, Tasmania is just 20 minutes southwest of Launceston.

Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Ensure the availability, reliability and capability of the plant assets
• Monitor, follow up and address issues associated with the implementation and progress of planned and unplanned maintenance tasks
• Continuous improvement of plant equipment and systems
• Communication with management in relation to equipment and maintenance issues
• Understand and implement quality control techniques
• Proactive approach in the implementation of preventative maintenance
• Be actively involved with inspections of equipment undergoing rebuild or repair

About you:

• A grade electrical trade qualifications and experience
• Ability to work on both day and afternoon shifts.
• Experience in maintenance/repair in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, ideally food or beverage
• A thorough understanding of maintenance work management practices
• Proven experience with PLC's & trouble shooting
• Understanding of work planning and scheduling procedures
• Experience gained from a large heavy industry organisation
• Sound computer skills
• Effective and efficient problem-solving skills
• Thorough understanding and knowledge of OH&S regulations/procedures
• High attention to detail
• Ability to work weekends where required
• Ability to work autonomously and in a team environment

Benefits include (but not limited to):

• Heavily discounted meat products
• Retail discounts with national partners
• Health insurance discounts on Bupa Health and Medibank Private
• Relocation assistance on offer

What next?

If you’re passionate and want to be a part of the largest meat, pork and salmon manufacturer and producer in Australia, this opportunity may be for you. Apply now!

Any questions regarding this role, please contact our recruitment team via email on longford-hr@jbssa.com.au or phone 03 6397 0111.

Located 15 minutes from Launceston, Longford with its high rainfall and cold winters is a perfect environment from growning pasture fed cattle.