Electrician

Role summary

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The Electrician role involves installing, inspecting, testing, troubleshooting and maintaining electrical systems, machinery and plant equipment at a BlueScope Steel site. Applicants generally need an Australian electrical licence, relevant industrial maintenance experience, sound knowledge of electrical regulations, and the ability to read schematics and use diagnostic equipment. Experience with high-voltage systems, PLCs, drives, automation or heavy manufacturing equipment is advantageous. The successful candidate is expected to work safely, follow permit and isolation procedures, respond effectively to breakdowns, complete preventive maintenance and cooperate with production and engineering teams. Shift work, on-call duties and working in demanding industrial environments may be required.

About the employer

BlueScope is a major Australian steel manufacturer and a leading provider of steel products and solutions across Australia, New Zealand, Asia and North America. The company operates steelmaking, coating, manufacturing and distribution facilities, supplying products for construction, infrastructure, manufacturing and residential markets. BlueScope is known for brands such as COLORBOND® steel and ZINCALUME® steel. Its operations depend on skilled employees who maintain safe, reliable and efficient industrial equipment. The company places strong emphasis on workplace health and safety, operational excellence, sustainability, technical capability and employee development. An Electrician at BlueScope would typically support the availability and performance of production assets while working within strict safety, environmental and quality standards. Employment conditions can vary by site, including shift patterns, allowances and local enterprise agreements.