Maintenance Trades Roles – Maintenance Electrician Location: Caboolture QLD (30 mins North of Brisbane)
Salary: $50-55/hour + daily overtime + penalties
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Shifts: Monday to Friday, 7.6-hour shifts
- Early shift: 5:00 AM
- Late shift: 10:00 AM – 6:07 PM
- Overtime paid after 9.5 hrs/day
About the CompanyThis Australian-owned and operated beef processing facility specialises exclusively in grass-fed beef and is currently undergoing significant upgrades and expansion under new ownership. Production is set to increase from 200 to 300 cattle per day by November, with long-term plans to grow to 1,000 daily. With consistent, year-round operations and no seasonal shutdowns, the site offers secure employment, strong career development opportunities, and a welcoming, inclusive workplace culture. It’s an ideal opportunity for Northside-based maintenance electricians looking to avoid inner-city traffic while joining a growing business with clear investment in site improvements and long-term staff progression.
Plant Electrician You’ll join a close-knit team of 3 sparkies and 6 fitters, reporting to the Maintenance Manager. This role focuses on machinery maintenance, fault-finding, and automation troubleshooting across processing and packaging lines.
Key Duties - Fault-finding and preventative maintenance on automated systems
- Electrical repairs and breakdown response
- Work across PLCs, SCADA, sensors, motors, and control panels
- Participate in the on-call roster when required
- Collaborate with mechanical and production teams on upgrades and urgent jobs
What You’ll Bring - Electrical trade qualification & valid electrical mechanic license
- Experience in industrial, manufacturing, or food production settings
- Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills
- Familiarity with PLCs and automation systems is a plus
- Safety-focused and reliable team player
What’s on Offer - $50-55/hour + penalties + daily overtime
- Full-time, permanent secure employment
- No seasonal shutdown – consistent work year-round
- Q Fever vaccination covered by company
- Staff BBQs, meat sales, and incentive bonuses
- Ongoing training, upskilling, and progression pathways
- Multicultural team with ages from 21 to 64
- Brand new onsite canteen and renovations underway
- Family-friendly workplace: 60% female workforce
- Supportive of maternity/paternity leave
Visa & Relocation - 482 and 491 visa sponsorship supported
- Relocation support available with up to 6 weeks accommodation period
- Preference for onsite interviews
- Pre-employment medical & Q Fever vaccination required (company-funded)
Apply now for a great opportunity to expand your maintenance career and join a growing business local in the Moreton Bay Area of Brisbane!
If you are interested in this role and have the relevant experience, apply now!
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