Reliability Engineer- Electrical and Automation

At The Arnott’s Group, you’ll work with a diverse team who align with our values and are passionate and empowered to perform at pace and achieve big things. Alongside genuine people, you’ll enable the local production of quality products including Tim Tams, Campbells Soup, Shapes, V8 juice, Vita-Weat, Scotch Fingers and many, many more…. which you also get to enjoy.

We are proud of our legacy, but we aren’t stopping here! Collaborators, innovators, and agile thinkers with a curious mind thrive here. Be part of a future which is full of delicious moments created locally, by you!

The Opportunity

We are looking for a Reliability Engineer - (Automation/Electrical) to coordinate maintenance, improve line performance, and develop systems for plant enhancement. You will focus on continuous improvement and innovation in automation and robotics. Collaborate with production crews and departments like Safety, Reliability, Engineering, Product Development, and Quality.

The Accountabilities

• Analyse and Improve: Evaluate line performance, develop efficiency and reliability plans while ensuring safe work systems.
• Maintenance Strategies: Create, implement, and review maintenance strategies, including equipment obsolescence plans.
• Team Engagement: Collaborate with Team Leaders, Operators, Engineering, and Reliability Teams to enhance performance and knowledge through coaching and training.
• Continuous Improvement: Lead and participate in CI activities and Problem Solving while staying up to date with technology advancements within the reliability framework.
• Project Management: Prepare, submit, and manage small-scale improvement projects, resolve machine reliability issues, coordinate project activities, and prioritize demands in a complex manufacturing environment.

The Ingredients for Success

Just like you can’t make a Tim Tam without chocolate, there are a few essential ingredients we need for this role:

• Trade or Engineering Qualification (Automation/Electrical) with FMCG operational and maintenance experience. PLC knowledge would be advantageous.
• Project Management experience and proficiency in MS Project, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SAP and AutoCAD.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and solid team facilitation abilities.
• Creativity, innovation, perseverance, and knowledge of Continuous Improvement Tools
• Experience in applying problem-solving tools individually and within a team environment.

Culture and Perks

We stand for high performance with integrity and find moments of pride and celebrate the wins gained from our collective effort. These are part of our culture and the cornerstones of The Arnott’s Way. When you join our team, you can expect to experience a real sense of belonging, be empowered with accountability, be recognised for your contribution, collaborate with great people and enjoy the following perks:

• Prioritise your physical, mental and financial wellbeing with discounted Health Insurance, home loans, gym memberships and access to our employee assistance program.
• Delicious lunch that won’t break the bank at our subsidised onsite canteen.
• From the sustainability strategy to our Inclusion & Belonging work, there are ways to make a difference to people and the planet.

To Apply 

If this sounds like your next opportunity, please follow the link and apply. The Arnott’s Group unites a collection of leading consumer brands connected by our purpose, to create delicious moments.

We recognise that creating delicious moments for a diverse range of consumers is only possible if our workforce reflects the consumers we serve. We are an equal opportunity employer – because it’s right for our consumers, our business, and our people.

*We do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies*