Electrical Engineer Draftsperson
Job No:
134589
Location:
Altona
- Are you a driven Electrical Engineer looking to advance your career?
- Utilise your skills with an innovative global leader in the booming Australian building industry!
- Attractive salary package circa $70,000 plus ongoing training & huge opportunities for career progression.
About Knauf Group
Knauf is a multinational supplier of plasterboard, metal and associated products with over 34,000 staff across 130+ countries and over 250 plants / manufacturing sites. A corporate group of global dimensions, the Knauf brand is synonymous with quality and innovation, and its success stems from purposeful decision-making, courageous innovation, investment and its employees.
Knauf Plasterboard currently has 4 Australian manufacturing plants across Victoria, New South Wales and Queensland, which each operate under a strict quality assurance system and manufacture to relevant Australian standards.
Knauf celebrates diversity in its workforce and values the contributions of all employees. They welcome talent from all sectors of the community and are committed to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination, bullying and harassment.
About the Opportunity at Knauf Plasterboard
Knauf Australia currently has an opportunity for a full-time Electrical Engineer Draftsperson to join their team in Altona, VIC.
Reporting to the Plant Manager, you will support the plant through the resolution of operational issues, maintaining PlantPAx and Factory Talk systems, ongoing continuous improvement support, assisting and leading projects, assisting the electrical staff when required, conducting training and support for the plant electrical staff.
Your day to day responsibilities will include:
- Reviewing and Implementing continuous process improvement of production equipment;
- Trouble shooting electrical system and PLC issues;
- Providing advice and direction to electrical staff when required;
- Lead key projects on the site including obtaining quotes, compiling all aspects of documentation (purchasing, applying, safety), installing and commissioning of equipment or programs;
- Creating/updating electrical drawings;
- Creating/Modifying HMI graphics and systems; and
- Maintaining plant servers and associated systems.
Who is Knauf Looking For?
To be successful in this position you will have a tertiary qualification in Electrical Engineering, with at minimum, 1 to 2 years working experience in a similar role.
Any experience in programming and process control with emphasis on Rockwell systems and CAD software will be highly regarded.
You will also need high-level communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a larger team. With great time management skills, you will be adaptable and able to react quickly to changing situations.
Most importantly, you will have a can-do attitude towards learning new things, with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work and make sound decisions under pressure.
It is essential that you are committed to ensuring the safety of yourself and other team members and are able and willing to adhere to Safe Work Procedures and standard operating conditions.
About the Benefits
In return for your hard work and dedication, you will be rewarded an attractive remuneration package circa $70,000, commensurate with skill and experience.
Additionally, you'll benefit from being part of a global organisation in the booming Australian building industry that will open doors to ongoing training and career development.
This role offers a great career progression path into a supervisory/management position - in fact, three out of the four current Shift Supervisors in this plant started in the role of Production Operator themselves. If you have an interest in management or leadership in the future, this would be a great starting point.
Why Join Our Team?
These are the things that we're proud to offer our people:
PRIDE: Join the leaders in lightweight construction materials.
OPPORTUNITY: Progress your career in a performance culture that spans 80 countries.
REWARD: Fulfil your potential, be recognised for your commitment to succeed and drive your own future.
SUSTAINABILITY: Be part of a global company that has thrived since 1932 and is passionate about thriving into the future through economic, social and environmental sustainability.
CHANGE: Challenge yourself by embracing innovation and growth with us.
We have a strong commitment to personal development, with a focus on mentorship and a supportive team environment that values individual growth. In addition, you'll enjoy genuine opportunities for career development within the department and wider business.
If you're a driven problem-solver with an eye for detail, and keen to advance your career, don't wait - Apply Now!