Automation Technician
BlueScope
O'Sullivan Beach
1 week ago
O'Sullivan Beach
1 week ago
Automation Technician
BlueScope seeks an Automation Technician for Orrcon Steel Manufacturing in O'Sullivan Beach. This hands-on role involves maintaining and improving automation systems in a heavy industrial environment. Requires A-Grade SA Electrical Licence and PLC experience with Siemens exposure.
On-site
Full-time
Mid Level
PLC
Siemens
Salary
Not specified
Core Qualifications
Technical (Must-have)
PLCSiemensautomation systemsindustrial plantcontrol systemselectrical maintenance
Soft Skills
fault findingproblem solvingcommunicationcollaborationproactive mindsetsafety focus
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure safety is never compromised, proactively identifying risks and implementing improvements.
- Perform hands-on electrical and automation maintenance including fault finding, repairs, wiring, and assembly.
- Provide automation coverage across maintenance activities and contribute to capital works, upgrades, and installations.
- Support commissioning activities and ongoing optimisation of new and existing equipment.
- Work with integrated automation, safety, and information systems.
- Coordinate and oversee external contractors when required.
- Collaborate with engineers, technicians, and operations stakeholders to troubleshoot and improve reliability.
- Develop, maintain, and follow technical documentation, procedures, and isolation plans.
- Actively identify and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
AutomationTechnicianManufacturingPLCSiemensElectricalMaintenanceIndustrialFull-timeOn-site