At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead automation projects and drive reliability in a cutting-edge manufacturing environment.
- Company: Global manufacturer known for trusted consumer products and a people-first culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, annual bonus, car allowance, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Join a collaborative team and enjoy hands-on problem-solving in a dynamic setting.
- Why this job: Shape the future of manufacturing while working on innovative automation projects.
- Qualifications: Degree in Engineering and strong experience with PLCs and industrial control systems.
The predicted salary is between 90000 - 110000 $ per year.
Lead Automation. Drive Reliability. Shape the Future of Manufacturing. Balance technical problem-solving, automation leadership and plant support.
About Our Client: Our client is a global manufacturer with a reputation for producing trusted consumer products enjoyed by millions of households worldwide. Operating within a highly automated and technically advanced manufacturing environment, the business continues to invest heavily in innovation, automation, continuous improvement and sustainability. With a strong people-first culture, the organisation empowers its employees to effectively challenge the status quo, drive operational excellence and contribute to meaningful improvements across safety, quality and productivity.
Job Description: As the site's automation leader, you will be responsible for the ongoing performance, reliability and development of automation systems including PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, industrial networks, robotics and automated equipment. You will play a key role in troubleshooting complex issues, delivering continuous improvement initiatives, supporting plant upgrades and leading automation projects from concept through to implementation. This is not a desk-based project engineering role. Success in this position requires a hands-on approach and a genuine passion for supporting manufacturing operations.
The Successful Applicant: To be successful in this role, you will bring:
- Degree qualifications in Electrical, Mechatronics or Mechanical Engineering
- Strong experience with Allen Bradley / Rockwell Automation PLCs
- Expertise across industrial control systems in an FMCG manufacturing environment
- Experience with industrial communication networks
- Proven experience delivering automation and projects within a manufacturing environment
- Strong troubleshooting and fault-finding capability
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
- A practical, hands-on approach to engineering and operational support
What's on Offer:
- Own and lead automation across a highly automated manufacturing facility
- Work on a diverse range of automation and reliability projects
- Influence the site's future automation roadmap
- Join a collaborative and high-performing engineering team
- Access genuine career development opportunities
- Annual bonus scheme with a strong track record of payout
- $20,000 Car allowance
Site Automation Lead employer: Michael Page Australia
As a Site Automation Lead at our globally recognized manufacturing client, you will thrive in a dynamic and innovative environment that prioritizes employee empowerment and operational excellence. With a strong focus on continuous improvement and sustainability, the company offers a collaborative work culture, genuine career development opportunities, and an attractive annual bonus scheme, making it an exceptional employer for those passionate about shaping the future of manufacturing.
