Electrician – Relocate to the South West of Western Australia

Wespine Industries Pty Ltd is the leading plantation softwood sawmilling company with its operations based just outside Bunbury in Dardanup. The company is a market leader in the provision of softwood timber to the national building and packaging industries with a strong culture of continuous improvement and investment into its manufacturing operation and management support systems.

Looking for a sea change? This is your opportunity to relocate to the beautiful South West of Western Australia and enjoy an exceptional lifestyle. With stunning beaches, world-class wineries, excellent schools and a welcoming community, the South West is an ideal place to raise a family while enjoying a rewarding career. Best of all, you’ll work a 8/6 roster while living locally, so you’ll be home every night.

To support your move, we will provide relocation assistance of up to $5,000 towards moving your personal belongings, along with up to four weeks temporary accommodation to help you find and settle into your new home.

We are seeking qualified Electricians to join our Maintenance team on a full-time basis.

About the Role

As an Electrician with us, you will play a key role in maintaining the reliability, safety and efficiency of our manufacturing plant and equipment. Working as part of a skilled maintenance team, you will undertake preventative maintenance, fault finding, breakdown repairs and continuous improvement initiatives to support our 24/7 operations.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Performing preventative and breakdown maintenance on electrical systems and plant equipment

• Diagnosing and repairing electrical faults to minimise operational downtime

• Installing, testing and commissioning electrical equipment and machinery

• Reading and interpreting electrical drawings, schematics and technical documentation

• Ensuring all work is completed safely and in accordance with relevant legislation, Australian Standards and company procedure

• Identifying opportunities for continuous improvement to enhance equipment reliability and plant performance

• Working collaboratively with production and maintenance teams to achieve operational objectives

About You

• Trade Certificate in Electrotechnology  

• Current Electrical Licence – we will provide assistance in the transfer to a WA licence

• Current Drivers Licence

• Strong fault-finding and problem solving skills

• Commitment to safe work practices and continuous improvement

• Ability to work effectively within a team environment

Roster

• Average of 45 hours per week on an 8/6 roster - locally based, be home every night

• Roster commences on Fridays, including dayshift and nightshift work

What we offer

• Relocation assistance of up to $5,000 towards moving personal belongings

• Up to 4 weeks of temporary accommodation to help you settle into the Southwest

• Competitive remuneration

• Double time for Sunday Work

• 15% nightshift allowance

• Electrical licence allowance

• Employee discounts

• Purchased Leave policy

• Ongoing training and career development opportunities

• The opportunity to enjoy an outstanding lifestyle in one of Western Australia’s most desirable regions

HOW TO APPLY:

If you’re ready for a rewarding career and a lifestyle change, we’d love to hear from you. Please use the “Apply Now” function below to submit your application.

Applicants must have the right to work in Australia. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.