Maintenance Electrician

JBS Pork Australia (formerly Diamond Valley Pork and Rivalea) is Australia’s leading integrated agri‑food company, supplying high‑quality pork to domestic and export markets across a network of farming, processing and distribution sites. As part of the global JBS group, we offer diverse career paths and the chance to contribute to a sustainable, innovative protein business. Our mission is to be the best in all that we do - focused on superior products and services, trusted supplier partnerships, and a better future for our people.

About the Role

JBS Pork Australia is seeking a skilled Maintenance Electrician to join our team at our Laverton Processing site. You will be part of a collaborative, fast-paced team that ensures the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of our world-class food production facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled preventative electrical maintenance to maximise equipment uptime.
• Respond promptly to electrical faults, alarms, and breakdowns to minimise production disruptions.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair electrical, control, power distribution, and automation systems.
• Maintain and optimise PLCs, control systems, and electrical infrastructure for consistent plant operation.
• Ensure all work strictly complies with Energy Safe Victoria (ESV) regulations, site safety standards, and company procedures.
• Support site engineering projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

Why join JBS?

We are committed to creating a workplace where people feel supported, valued, and connected. As part of a leading global food company, you will enjoy:

• Stable, full-time employment on a Monday-to-Friday roster with excellent opportunities for overtime.
• Relocation support and assistance to help you smoothly transition to Melbourne.
• Novated car leasing options, health insurance discounts, and retail partner savings.
• Free onsite parking and free onsite physiotherapy services.
• Heavily discounted premium meat products through our staff sales.
• Unmatched career progression pathways across the global JBS network.

About You

• Must hold a current, unrestricted New Zealand EWRB Electrician Practising Licence (or an existing Australian A-Grade/A-Class Licence).
• Must be willing and eligible to convert your NZ qualification to a Victorian A-Grade Electrical Licence via the Trans-Tasman Mutual Recognition (TTMR) framework prior to commencing work on site. (Note: Restricted NZ electrical licences do not qualify).
• Open to Australian residents and New Zealand Citizens with full, unrestricted working rights in Australia

Technical Skills: 

• Practical knowledge of motor control and Variable Speed Drives (Danfoss & Allen-Bradley).
• Sound understanding of PLCs (Siemens & Allen-Bradley).
• Excellent fault-finding and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong communication skills, proactive initiative, a safety-first mindset, and close attention to detail.
• Previous experience in a food manufacturing environment is highly regarded but not essential.

Interested? APPLY NOW! If you have any queries regarding this opportunity, please email the recruitment team at recruitment@jbspork.com.au