Automation Technician
Core
Maintain and improve automation systems and control infrastructure to support safe and reliable steel manufacturing.
Role type
Automation Technician (Reliability)
Builds
Steel and aluminium products
Domain
Heavy industry / Manufacturing
Required skills
PLC programming, electrical maintenance, fault finding, wiring, assembly, commissioning, safety system integration, technical documentation
Preferred skills
Siemens PLC experience, capital works project support, continuous improvement initiatives, working at heights
Technologies
PLC, Siemens, electrical control systems
Responsibilities
Perform hands-on electrical and automation maintenance including fault finding, repairs, wiring, and assembly; support commissioning and optimisation of new and existing equipment; coordinate external contractors; develop and maintain technical documentation and isolation plans; identify risks and implement safety improvements; collaborate with engineers and operations to troubleshoot and refine systems.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC