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Maintenance Electrician

1/7/2026

The Maintenance Electrician will perform preventative maintenance and repairs on production equipment while troubleshooting electrical issues to ensure smooth operations. The role involves working with modern systems including PLCs, drives, and pneumatics.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

10,001+ employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

About The Company

JBS Australia is Australia’s largest and most respected meat and food processing company. The company has a strong portfolio of leading beef, lamb, pork, and value-added branded products. JBS Australia is part of the global JBS business, which is the largest animal protein business in the world and the second largest food company with operations in North America, South America, Europe, Australia, and New Zealand. The Australian operation came under JBS ownership in 2007. In Australia, JBS owns some of the largest and most technologically advanced production facilities in strategic locations for access to livestock. JBS owns and operates 10 processing facilities and six feedlots across Australia, as well as Australia’s largest smallgoods manufacturer Primo Foods, and Andrews Meat Industries, a high-value meat cutting and case-ready production facility. JBS Australia also owns and operates a wholesale division, D.R. Johnston; an international meat and by-products trading business, Swift & Company Trade Group; and are the majority shareholder in the leading automation technology company, Scott Technology. Today, JBS Australia exports to more than 50 countries, while also maintaining a significant market share in the domestic beef and lamb market.

About the Role

The Opportunity

Primo are looking for a Maintenance Electrician to join our dedicated onsite team in Wacol. You will directly contribute to the safe and reliable operation of our production facility through proactive electrical maintenance.

This role offers an opportunity for work/life balance with no rotating roster and the option to work overtime. Choose the shift that works for you:

Day shift: Monday to Friday, 5:30am - 2:00pm
Afternoon shift: Monday to Friday, 1:30pm – 10:00pm

Key Responsibilities

Perform scheduled preventative electrical maintenance to maximise equipment uptime
Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair electrical, control, power distribution and automation systems
Respond promptly to electrical faults, alarms, and breakdowns to minimise production disruption
Maintain and optimise PLCs, control systems, and electrical infrastructure for consistent operation
Ensure all work complies with safety standards, regulations, and company procedures
Drive continuous improvement by identifying recurring faults, participating in root cause analysis, and recommending long-term reliability improvements

What You'll Bring

Current QLD Electrical Work Licence (or equivalent)
Strong technical expertise with industrial experience highly regarded
Motivated, proactive and safety-conscious attitude
Ability to communicate clearly and confidently across all levels as a collaborative team player
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on environment

Why Join Primo?

At Primo, we're committed to creating a workplace where people feel supported, valued, and connected. You'll also enjoy:

Stable, full-time employment with opportunities for overtime
Discounts at our Hans Factory shop
Health insurance and retail partner discounts
Training and career development pathways
The chance to gain experience through a wide range of services/manufacturing processes

Ready to take the next step in your electrical career? Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of one of Australia’s most iconic food brands.

At Primo Foods, we’re committed to creating a safe, diverse and inclusive workplace for everyone. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and abilities. If you require any adjustments throughout the recruitment process to support you, please let us know.

Key Skills

Electrical Work LicenceElectrical Safety ActElectrical SchematicsMicrosoftSAPPLCVariable Speed DrivesPneumaticsIndustrial ExperienceManufacturing Experience