Electrician

Are you looking to move away from the uncertainty of short-term contracts? We are seeking a qualified Maintenance Electrician to join the Facilities Management team at a major Government Health Precinct in Woolloongabba. This role is based within the high-volume Linen Services Department, focusing on maximising uptime for automated laundry and distribution machinery. The position is a stable casual opportunity until EOFY, with a high likelihood of permanency or extension based on performance. The Financials & Flexibility The Rate: $56.95/hr + Super (paid weekly). Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a structured 9-day fortnight roster (an extra 26 days off per year). Flexible Hours: Choose your start and finish times, provided your standard daily hours are worked within a 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM window. Boost Your Earnings: Occasional opportunities for overtime, with scheduled weekend shutdown work a strong possibility to significantly increase your take-home pay. The Work Working within an industrial-scale laundry and distribution environment, you will focus on preventative maintenance and rapid breakdown response. Plant Maintenance: Conduct routine electrical upkeep on large-scale continuous batch washers (tunnel washers), industrial dryers, and high-speed ironers/folders. Automated Conveyors: Fault-find and repair electrical issues on automated monorail overhead bag systems, belt conveyors, and sorting sensors. Automation & Diagnostics: Diagnose minor faults on PLC inputs/outputs, variable speed drives (VSDs), limit switches, and proximity sensors to minimise downtime. Safety Compliance: Test, tag, and calibrate critical safety systems, including emergency stop circuits, pull-cords, light curtains, and safety interlocks. Environmental Upkeep: Inspect and maintain electrical components exposed to high humidity and temperature environments.