Industrial Electrician/Technician - Afternoon shift

About the role

We are seeking an experienced afternoon shift Industrial Electrician to join our dynamic team in Brisbane, supporting our operations across steel manufacturing, processing and distribution. With the 2032 Brisbane Olympics driving unprecedented demand for infrastructure and construction, this is an opportunity to join a business that is expanding, investing, and leading from the front – right here in Queensland.

In this role, you will be responsible for the maintenance, fault-finding, repair, and optimisation of electrical and control systems critical to steel processing and heavy industrial operations. You’ll work across large-scale equipment, automation systems, drives, conveyors, and plant machinery, ensuring reliability, safety, and operational efficiency.

This is a hands-on role that demands technical expertise, strong problem-solving capability, and a drive to deliver world-class workmanship in a high-performance, safety-conscious environment.

Hours suited to work/life balance – 2pm to 10pm Monday to Thursday and 12pm to 5pm on a Friday! Overtime available and paid at overtime rates.

Pay rate - $60.26 per hour + 12% super + bonus + overtime, with potential to grow your income as you build experience with us!

Your responsibilities will include:

• Trouble-shoot, diagnose, and repair electrical and mechanical faults across heavy industrial plant
• Carry out equipment audits, machine installs and preventative maintenance tasks
• Program and maintain drives, scanners, and electronic control modules
• Troubleshoot PLC systems and assist in programming (training provided if required)
• Identify operational improvements through root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives
• Reduce downtime and improve overall plant reliability through proactive maintenance
• Assist with mechanical tasks where required (belt tracking, lubrication, bearings, chains, motors, gearboxes)
• Ensure all work is delivered safely, efficiently, and in accordance with Infrabuild standards

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Unrestricted Electrical Licence (QLD)
• Trade Qualification: Certificate III Electrotechnology or higher
• Demonstrated experience in industrial maintenance, troubleshooting, and problem-solving
• Strong understanding of industrial controls, PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, and automation systems
• Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical schematics
• Mechanically savvy, with experience working alongside pneumatic and mechanical systems
• Self-motivated, team-oriented, and committed to safety, quality, and continuous improvement

The below skills/experience will also be highly regarded but is not essential:

• PLC programming experience
• Experience with hydraulics & proportional valves
• Experience with MAINPAC or other CMMS platforms
• Strong Microsoft Office and report-writing skills

Key Benefits

Below are some of our key central benefits that are available to all employees. Other benefits may be available depending on your role or site. 

• Employee Benefits Program: Employee Added Extras (EAE), our Employee Benefits Program, provides discounts for you and your friends and family on gift cards, shopping, groceries, home products, car rentals, holidays, recreation and more
• Recruitment referral awards: $1500 is awarded to eligible employees for referring friends or family to an open role if the candidate is successful.
• Corporate rates for private health insurance: Nib Health Insurance offers discounted cover for employees.
• Employee Assistance Program: Converge International, our EAP, offers confidential, professional and free counselling and support resources in areas such as marriage/family difficulties, interpersonal conflict, stress, depression or anxiety, alcohol and/or drug dependencies, grief, loss or trauma and workplace problems.

About us

InfraBuild is Australia’s leading integrated steel manufacturing, distribution and recycling business, making steel using our electric arc furnaces. We provide solutions for commercial and residential construction, large scale and nation-building infrastructure as well as our primary producers and rural sectors.  With ambitions to be carbon neutral by 2030, each day we help build futures through sustainable steel.

InfraBuild Reinforcing is the trusted reinforcing solutions supplier to major infrastructure and mega projects across Australia. From high-rises that shape our cities' skylines to transport projects that redefine how commuters navigate them, we partner with Australia's trusted construction companies to deliver projects that define our nation.

Why work here?

We offer more than just a job; we provide a dynamic environment built on three pillars that define our commitment to both our team and our industry.

• Work with a greater purpose: Join us in the pursuit of a sustainable future as we progress our ambition to become carbon-neutral. You will contribute to a legacy that not only helps to build our nation but sustains our environment for future generations. Embrace a culture where differences are celebrated, innovation is embraced and valuing everyone's unique perspectives contributes to our transformation.
  
  
• Work well - live better: We understand the importance of working in an environment which supports you to balance your personal and professional life. Experience a culture which values you as a whole person - where family extends to the workplace and your well-being matters. You’ll thrive not only in your career with us, but beyond.
  
  
• Build your own future: Step into a culture where every day is an opportunity to grow, and where driving your own development is not just encouraged; it's expected. You’ll be empowered to take the wheel of your learning journey and uncover your potential. The possibilities are limitless.

We invite you to forge your career in a workplace where passion meets purpose, wellbeing is nurtured and the opportunity to thrive is in your hands.

It is our ambition at InfraBuild to cultivate an inclusive workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We encourage candidates from all cultural backgrounds, genders, orientations, age groups, and abilities to apply. Your diversity is our strength in creating sustainable and innovative steel solutions for Australia's tomorrow.

We are a 2026 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.