Job Description: Mars Chocolate Ballarat has a new opportunity for an Electrician to join our team of experts who provide ongoing maintenance & support that keep our wonderful Chocolate factory running smoothly. This newly created role will work across different shift-based teams to complete proactive maintenance tasks, support breakdowns based on business needs, and work with the broader Reliability team & Factory Operations. This is a broad role that covers a magnitude of different aspects of manufacturing machinery and processes as well as understanding the inter-relationship of these processes and process capabilities. The role operates across both rotating shifts and day shift (50:50 split) , with the opportunity to support cross-functional projects within the Ballarat site to ensure continuous improvements are being identified. What are we looking for? Industrial trade qualification; A-Class Victorian Electricians License or Cert 3 Mechanical Trade Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and to work under pressure Manufacturing/FMCG/Food Industry/SAP exposure is advantageous, but not essential Ability to build strong relationships with all relevant stakeholders Clear analytical process and troubleshooting skills Strong mechanical aptitude and a willingness to support mechanical works PLC programming experience is preferable (Electrical Trade only) Broad knowledge of industrial hardware including 3 phase motors, variable speed drives, pneumatics, hydraulics and instrumentation Willingness to develop new knowledge and skills What will be your key responsibilities? Identify and persist in seeking effective and efficient resolution of problems using structured root cause analysis including participation in cross functional problem-solving teams Maintain, improve and troubleshoot sophisticated electrical/instrument equipment and PLC/SCADA controlled processes Inputting workorders into SAP Able to communicate technically complex problems at different levels to ensure understanding and compliance Support the Continuous Improvement Process through the use of new technologies and innovation Responding to urgent requests for assistance from production and reliability, along with being able to escalate urgent issues Maintaining a high level of communication with all stakeholders in regard to equipment condition, job progress and any issues, which may affect planned activities including logging information Participate and provide training to others as required Flexibility to support leave coverage on shift is essential. What can you expect from Mars? Genuine career progression with a focus on you and your career goals. Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University Global health and wellbeing program to support flexibility and work-life balance Opportunity to make a difference with our volunteer and ambassador programs Be part of a company that is contributing to making the world a better place today and every day through our sustainable generation plan A culture that offers collaboration, leadership and rewards you for the role you play within Mars At Mars, contribute to the operation and delivery of the world's leading manufacturer of Confectionary Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.