Maintenance Technician
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LocationHallam, VIC
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityMid
Company size201–500 people
PostedAug 13, 2026 · 2mo ago
Verified live1d ago
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Unrestricted Victorian A-Grade Electrical Licence
Strong electrical fault-finding capability, including contactors, relays, sensors, and field devices
Experience programming and configuring VFDs, drives, scanners, electronic control modules
Proven ability to troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, and industrial control systems
Solid understanding of industrial controls (PLCs, VFDs, HMIs, instrumentation)
Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair both electrical and mechanical faults
Perform preventative maintenance and equipment audits
Hands-on mechanical skills: lubrication, belt tracking, replacing bearings, chains, belts, motors, gearboxes
Experience maintaining mechanical and pneumatic systems
Proactively work to reduce downtime, waste, and improve equipment reliability
Identify improvement opportunities through fault investigation and root cause analysis
Support and participate in maintenance and improvement projects
Strong commitment to safety, quality, and customer satisfaction
Self-motivated with ability to work independently and as part of a team
Proactive approach to maintenance challenges
Continuous Improvement mindset
Experience using computerised maintenance management systems
Sound Microsoft Office skills
Skills
PLC
VFD
HMI
scanner
electronic control module
Microsoft Office
About the company
Kinrise is a growing, privately owned powerhouse in Australian food manufacturing with some of Australia’s most loved and innovative brands. We describe ourselves as a ‘start up with scale’ and have a burning ambition to grow our business. Formed in 2018 the Kinrise portfolio covers Biscuits, Breakfast, Baking, Bakery, and Snackfood categories and has 40+ years making iconic Australian food, with a rich Australian heritage that’s grounded in family origins.
About the role
We are seeking a highly capable Electrician or Industrial Electrician with strong mechanical aptitude to join our maintenance team on Afternoon Shift. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced industrial environments and enjoys troubleshooting and improving high-speed automated equipment.
Requirements
This role would suit someone with:
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An experienced Industrial Electrician with PLC and automation skills who is mechanically capable
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A qualified Electrician with industrial and automation experience
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Background working in FMCG environments, ideally with high-speed packaging or processing equipment
Key Skills & Experience
Electrical & Automation
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Unrestricted Victorian A-Grade Electrical Licence)
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Strong electrical fault-finding capability, including contactors, relays, sensors, and field devices
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Experience programming and configuring:
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VFDs / drives
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Scanners
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Electronic control modules
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Proven ability to troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, and industrial control systems
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Solid understanding of industrial controls (PLCs, VFDs, HMIs, instrumentation)
Mechanical & Maintenance
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Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair both electrical and mechanical faults
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Perform preventative maintenance and equipment audits
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Hands-on mechanical skills, including:
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Lubrication programs
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Belt tracking
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Replacing bearings, chains, belts, motors, and gearboxes
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Experience maintaining mechanical and pneumatic systems
Continuous Improvement & Reliability
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Proactively work to reduce downtime, waste, and improve equipment reliability
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Identify improvement opportunities through:
Responsibilities
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Fault investigation
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Root cause analysis
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Support and participate in maintenance and improvement projects
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Demonstrated problem-solving experience within an industrial maintenance environment
Personal Attributes
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Strong commitment to safety, quality, and customer satisfaction
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Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
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Proactive approach to maintenance challenges
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Continuous Improvement mindset
Highly Regarded (but not essential)
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Experience using computerised maintenance management systems
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Sound Microsoft Office skills
Why Join Us?
Kinrise is a fast paced, agile business that focuses on your talents and challenges you to perform at your best. An opportunity with us would mean:
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An opportunity to work with leading Australian-made brands and products
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An exciting role in a growing business with a great history and an ambitious growth agenda
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Supportive and collaborative team culture
Legal
Kinrise is committed to creating an environment that welcomes all, celebrates our diversity in all its forms and fosters an environment of inclusion. We recognise that our unique differences are what sets us apart and how we succeed as a team. We are an equal opportunity employer.