Maintenance Electrician

Visy is powering the circular economy, closing the loop between packaging, remanufacturing and recycling. Over 75 years, we've grown to 7,000 employees and 150 global operations –predominately in Australia and New Zealand.

We are a global leader in recycled PET (rPET) and recycled HDPE (rHDPE) production and packaging. We take 92,000 tonnes of plastics each year and make approximately two billion plastic containers and preforms.

The opportunity:

We have an opportunity for an experienced Electrician to join our team at our Somerton Plastics plant. You will be part of our reliability team, supporting our Maintenance team covering operational requirements. It is a varied Electrical role helping to ensure that we maintain a reliable and productive manufacturing facility. There are opportunities to progress with a range of career paths in the factory, this is a great place to start.

What we are looking for:

• Experience working in a fast paced, high-volume environment while maintaining required safety standards.
• Ability to read electrical schematics/drawings.
• Self-motivated with a strong work ethic and a “get the job done” approach to everyday work.
• Someone willing to learn with a good worth ethic.
• A good understanding of PLC systems and the technologies used in production.

What you will bring to the team

• A background as an Electrical Fitter, Maintenance Electrician, Industrial Electrician or Electrical Technician.
• Experience in planning for and working on preventative maintenance and breakdowns.
• You will have completed an apprenticeship and hold a relevant Grade A Electrical License.

 What we can offer:

• Well maintained plant and equipment.
• Exposure to leading edge manufacturing processes utilised in the production of plastic packaging.
• Great career progression, the opportunity to grow within Visy.
• Permanent employment, consistent hours, and a regular shift pattern.
• Access to our employee benefits program. 

What you’ll love when you join us:

• Competitive pay rates - $55 ph.
• Access to a range of health, wealth, and lifestyle services and discounts.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) support.

Ready to make a difference? Apply now and be a key player in shaping our future! 

These roles are only open to candidates currently residing in Australia with full working rights. 

Please contact Chantal Ganesh on chantal.ganesh@visy.com for a confidential discussion but all applications are to be made online apply now.    

You will be required to meet Visy’s employment criteria which will include a criminal history check.

Visy is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.