About the role
GELITA Australia is seeking an experienced Team Leader Electrical & Instrumentation Tradesperson to join our maintenance team at our manufacturing facility in Josephville, Scenic Rim, Queensland, Australia. This is a full-time permanent position working within a manufacturing facility that operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, you will lead electrical and instrumentation maintenance activities.
Key responsibilities
Undertaking breakdown repairs on electrical, instrumentation and associated equipment.
Installing and commissioning electrical and instrumentation equipment.
Performing preventative and scheduled maintenance activities.
Troubleshooting electrical and instrumentation faults to minimise plant downtime.
Maintaining and updating calibration records and advising the Maintenance Manager of any outstanding external calibrations.
Ensuring all work is completed safely and in accordance with relevant Australian standards, legislation and site procedures.
Identifying opportunities to improve plant reliability, safety, quality and financial performance.
Making recommendations regarding plant, equipment and maintenance procedures.
Working collaboratively with the broader maintenance and operations teams to support reliable plant performance.
About you
Hold a recognised Electrical trade qualification/licence.
Have demonstrated experience in electrical maintenance, preferably within an automated manufacturing or processing environment.
Have experience with instrumentation and industrial electrical systems.
Be able to troubleshoot and diagnose electrical and instrumentation faults.
Have a strong commitment to workplace health and safety.
Be a team player with a positive and proactive attitude.
Be able to prioritise tasks and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Demonstrate good communication and interpersonal skills.
Be flexible and willing to support the broader maintenance team.
Previous experience within a manufacturing, food production or processing environment will be highly regarded.
Benefits
Full-time permanent employment
Monday–Friday day shift
Rotating on-call roster
On-the-job training and development opportunities
Uniforms and PPE provided
Supportive and professional team environment
Opportunity to work within a global organisation
Rural location with easy access to the Scenic Rim and surrounding areas
About us
The GELITA Group is a leading global manufacturer of gelatin and collagen peptides, employing more than 2,900 people across 22 sites and six continents. With our global presence and expertise, we provide natural collagen protein solutions to the health and nutrition, pharmaceutical and medical industries, as well as a range of innovative technical applications. Guided by our GELITA Values and scientific research, we are committed to innovation, excellence and providing high-quality solutions to our customers.