Automation Technician

BlueScope is an Australian-born global success story spanning 15 countries. Our team of over 16500 people is our strength and we want our people to be safe successful and well. Were leaders and innovators in transforming steel into smart products and solutions that support society today and in the future. Were proud of brands like COLORBOND steel that inspire and protect everything from hospitals to bridges and stadiums.

The Opportunity

Orrcon Steel Manufacturing is looking for an Automation Technician to join the reliability team based in OSullivan Beach. Orrcon Steel Manufacturing is a leading Australian supplier of steel and aluminium products offering a comprehensive range engineered to meet the demands of diverse industries. Our products are backed by strong technical expertise full traceability and stringent quality standards. Supported by strategic supplier partnerships and a nationwide network of distribution centres we ensure consistent availability reliable performance and dependable supply for customers across Australia.

In this hands-on role youll play a critical part in maintaining and improving automation systems and control infrastructure to support the safe and reliable manufacture of our world-class steel products. As a key member of our dedicated Reliability team youll work on both business-as-usual maintenance and significant automation and safety-focused projects contributing directly to the performance safety and future capability of the site.

This is a permanent full-time opportunity working day shift ideal for a highly skilled automation professional who enjoys being on the tools while also engaging in commissioning upgrades and continuous improvement initiatives.

What Will You Do

As part of this site-based reliability team you will:

• Ensure safety is never compromised proactively identifying risks and implementing improvements to systems and processes.
• Perform hands-on electrical and automation maintenance including fault finding repairs wiring and assembly of plant automation equipment and control panels.
• Provide automation coverage across maintenance activities while also contributing to capital works upgrades and new equipment installations.
• Support commissioning activities and ongoing optimisation of new and existing equipment.
• Work with integrated automation safety and information systems ensuring reliable performance and accurate system reporting.
• Coordinate and oversee external contractors when specialist support or additional resources are required.
• Collaborate closely with engineers technicians and operations stakeholders to troubleshoot issues improve reliability and refine automation systems.
• Develop maintain and follow technical documentation procedures and isolation plans to support safe and consistent work practices.
• Actively identify and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives helping shape how automation and maintenance systems evolve across the site.

More About You

As a maintenance professional within a manufacturing or heavy industrial environment you will bring: 

• Certificate III in Electrotechnology with a current A-Grade SA Electrical Licence (mandatory).
• Solid post-trade experience as an automation-focused electrician in manufacturing industrial mining or heavy industry environments.
• Strong end-to-end exposure across electrical maintenance automation systems fault finding and project work.
• PLC and automation experience with Siemens exposure highly regarded.
• Hands-on experience with automated machinery control systems and industrial plant.
• The ability to work effectively with multiple stakeholders and build strong working relationships across the business.
• A proactive solutions-focused mindset with a genuine interest in learning improving systems and building long-term capability.
• Comfort working at heights (including crane maintenance) when required.

Why BlueScope

As were creating strength for the future through our people products and solutions BlueScope supports you to build your expertise within a safe and positive team environment. At BlueScope youll:

• Learn and develop as you grow. Work alongside specialists and keep your skills and knowledge at the forefront of industry with our lifelong learning culture.
• Experience connection and care. Experience a positive inclusive work environment where we look out for each others safety and wellbeing.
• Build innovative products. Seek better smarter ways to work help develop sustainable solutions and make things happen.
• Deliver work that matters. Every action you take matters in delivering for our customers and strengthening communities for the future. We value what you do. 

Were committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every employee feels respected and valued to be their authentic selves and we encourage Women and First Nations people to apply. Were passionate about driving sustainability outcomes that matter to our communities including action on climate and our 2050 net zero goal. At BlueScope we offer work-life flexibility through our B-flex program.

Its an exciting time in our history as together we work towards Our Purpose: We create and inspire smart solutions in steel to strengthen communities for the future. 

Come and discover us at us creating strength for the future.

Applications close Tuesday 12 May 2026

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time