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The Automation Technician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting and improving automated production equipment, including PLCs, control systems, sensors, drives and industrial networks. Candidates typically need a relevant electrical, instrumentation or automation trade qualification, practical experience in industrial maintenance, and the ability to read electrical and control-system drawings. Familiarity with PLC programming, fault diagnosis, variable-speed drives and preventative maintenance is highly valued. The role requires strong safety awareness, analytical problem-solving skills and a willingness to work collaboratively in a steel manufacturing environment. BlueScope will expect the successful candidate to support reliable plant operation, respond effectively to breakdowns, contribute to continuous improvement and follow all workplace health, safety and environmental procedures.
BlueScope is a major Australian steel manufacturer and a leading supplier of steel products and solutions across Australia, New Zealand, Asia and North America. The company produces flat steel products, coated and painted steel, building components and engineered solutions for construction, manufacturing, infrastructure and other industries. Its Australian operations include large-scale manufacturing sites, supported by skilled teams in engineering, maintenance, production, logistics and corporate functions. BlueScope places strong emphasis on workplace safety, operational reliability, sustainability and developing its people through training and career opportunities. An Automation Technician may work with sophisticated industrial equipment and control systems in a demanding production environment, helping improve plant performance and minimise downtime. The company is known for its long-standing presence in Australian industry and its focus on innovation, responsible operations and customer-focused steel solutions.
Australia offers strong opportunities for automation technicians in steel, mining, food processing, manufacturing, utilities and infrastructure. Major employment centres include Sydney and Wollongong in New South Wales, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide and regional industrial towns. Workplace culture is generally practical, safety-focused and relatively direct, with good emphasis on teamwork and work-life balance. Lifestyle varies from busy city living to quieter regional communities, with beaches, national parks and outdoor activities widely accessible. Skilled workers may explore employer-sponsored visas, the Skilled Independent or State Nominated pathways, and regional visa options, depending on qualifications, occupation lists and experience. Relocating requires valid work rights, professional recognition where applicable, health insurance and planning for housing and transport. Living costs can be high in Sydney and Melbourne, while regional areas may offer lower rents and employer incentives.
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