E&I Reliability Engineer
Job no: 510366
Work type: Full Time
Location: Tumut
- Tumut Location – State of the Art Kraft Paper Mill
- Opportunities for career growth and professional development
- Take initiative and make your mark in this key influential role
About the company
At Visy, we love solving problems and that’s something we do better working together. We’re looking for people who see what’s ahead and run towards it. Visy people are helping us to achieve our vision to become the global leader in sustainable packaging. Because together, we can create a better world.
The opportunity
Are you looking for a tree change and want to live in one of the most stunning and snowy regions in Australia? Do you enjoy exploring and outdoor activities like fishing, camping, hiking, biking, canoeing, 4WD, and snowboarding, then you won't find a better place to live than the green rolling hills of the Snowy Valleys region.
Our Visy Pulp and Paper mill is based in Tumut, a beautiful town that sits on the north-west foothills of the Snowy Mountains with an abundance of natural wonders and offers a lifestyle that you can make your own, with a strong sense of community and a quick commute to work.
About the role
You will be responsible for the reliability of EI&C systems/equipment and components on the Paper finishing line and reel store facilities which includes Automated Guided Vehicles. Designing and programming of Rockwell/Allen Bradley PLC’s will form part of your scope, enabling you to make recommendations to increase uptime in productivity.
Duties
Reporting to the R&M EIC Manager, you thrive under pressure, have excellent communication skills with a logical/calm approach towards challenges. Possesses critical thinking skills within a 24/7 manufacturing environment with a special focus on continuous improvement projects, provide technical/training support to the production and engineering team.
- Initiate and drive a safe workplace including ensuring you and your team follow safety policies and regulations and consult with HSE representatives with any workplace changes
- Manage the auditing of installed equipment to ensure that all spare parts, software, firmware, backups, documentation, procedures and maintenance schedules required are in place and in good working order
- Ensure disciplined focus on diagnostic (predictive) and preventative maintenance of EIC equipment, and ensure that a reactive, corrective maintenance environment does not develop
- Ensure the planning and organising of resources/ raw materials/ spare parts/ supplies for jobs and scheduled maintenance
- Conduct RCA investigations on all significant equipment failures
- Ensure all spare parts required to maintain equipment functionality are identified and added to stores inventory.
- Maintain equipment documentation such as drawings, maintenance manuals, specifications, bill of materials etc.
This plant operates on a 24/7 day basis and you will need to be flexible to work additional hours as required including being on our call out roster.
What you will bring to the team
- Degree: Electrical/Electronics Engineer (Diploma will be considered)
- Experience within industrial maintenance in a continuous process environment (preferably within the Paper, Aluminium, Steel, Mining, FMCG, Heavy industries)
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in El&C control systems fields
- Control Systems (PLC/DCS) experience (Rockwell/Allen Bradley preferable)
- AC variable speed drive knowledge and experience (Rockwell/ABB preferable)
- Solid understanding of both electrical- and mechanical engineering principles, as well as functional safety aspects.
- Familiarity with reliability engineering principles, including root cause analysis and failure mode and effect analysis (FMEA).
- Experience with industry standards and regulations related to electrical and control systems.
- Tech savvy and proficient in Microsoft Office, SAP, CMMS or ERP systems (advantageous)
- Excellent problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.
- Ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Highly motivated with a proactive confident approach, enthusiasm and an ability to work in a team environment
- Energetic with the ability to work in a self-directed manner, manage competing work demands, respond to challenges as they arise
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment with sound decision making skills
- Planning – good organizational and prioritising skills, and able to meet deadlines consistently
- Practical / hands on approach that takes ownership of delivering results
- Strong analytical skills, a high level of initiative and the ability to work autonomously
When you join Visy, you’re joining a global leader dedicated to making serious progress in the sustainable packaging, recycling, re-manufacturing and logistics industries. We love solving the problems that make an impact and grow our business. If you think you can help us, you’ll fit right in!
Please contact Anelle Mackinlay on anelle.mackinlay@visy.com for a confidential discussion or apply now.
- You will be required to meet Visy’s employment criteria which will include a criminal history check and pre-employment medical (including drug & alcohol testing).
- Visy is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.
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