Automation Technician

HYNE TIMBER
$77,150 - $97,690 a year
New South Wales
Full time
22 hours ago
TRADES & SERVICES ELECTRICIAN TUMBARUMBA PERMANENT / FULL TIME

29/8/2025

Tumbarumba, NSW - Full-Time, Permanent
Relocation assistance available for those seeking a tree change
Bring your extensive knowledge of PLC programming and Allen Bradley
ABOUT US

Hyne Group is a collective of industry-leading businesses operating across Australia and New Zealand, with a history spanning over 140 years. From its beginnings as a sawmill on the Mary River, Hyne Group has grown into a pioneer of sustainable timber product manufacturing. The Hyne Group is supported by its partnership with global timber processors, James Jones & Sons, bringing together a combined 320 years of family-owned sawmilling heritage.

The Group, which includes Hyne Timber, XLam, Rocky Point, and Hyne Pallets, serves key sectors such as construction, garden care, horticulture and logistics. Through innovative processes and sustainable practices, the Hyne Group transforms each log into high-quality products that meet the diverse needs of our customers. This holistic approach reflects a dedication to environmental stewardship and industry-leading innovation, ensuring that every centimetre of each log turns into an opportunity for excellence.

YOUR NEXT ROLE

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, you will play a key role in supporting both maintenance and operational teams by identifying, managing, and improving electrical and production automation processes. You will bring your technical expertise and collaborative mindset to help lift equipment effectiveness and operational outcomes across the site.

All our people go home in the same condition they came to work; safety before production.
Proactively manage and maintain automation systems across the area.
Collaborate closely with operations teams to support electrical safety, effective flow control, and production optimisation.
Recommend and implement electrical and mechanical improvements by partnering with internal and external stakeholders on various site projects.
Act as a mentor to others in the electrical team, sharing your knowledge and helping build capability to resolve complex electrical issues.
Carry out tasks in line with defined standards and in compliance with all relevant quality, environmental, legislative and regulatory requirements.
TUMBARUMBA

You will be based at our plant in Tumbarumba, NSW. This idyllic country town offers affordable living and the opportunity to be a part of a supportive community of people and is situated within 90 minutes drive of Wagga Wagga & Albury.

ABOUT YOU

A recognised electrical trade qualification.
Significant experience working with PLC, DCS, and SCADA systems.
Strong skills in Allen Bradley/PILZ PLC programming and fault-finding, as well as AC drives and associated systems.
Experience with hydraulics and pneumatics (highly regarded).
First aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
Strong computer literacy, ideally with experience using Pronto or a similar CMMS.
A background in technical service delivery, planning and stakeholder engagement, ideally within a manufacturing setting.
Exposure to lean manufacturing principles, especially problem-solving frameworks, is a plus.
WHY HYNE TIMBER?

As a Hyne Timber employee you will enjoy benefits such as:
We are proud to support our team members with: Life Leave offering the flexibility of purchasing extra recreation leave, Paid Parental Leave including 26 weeks of full pay and 52 weeks of superannuation.
Remote access – Hyne team members are provided laptops and smart phones to assist in improving flexibility and connection regardless of where you are.
Wellbeing programs – employee assistance program to support you and your immediate family with counselling and support as needed.
Annual salary reviews – peer and market reviewed salaries to support fairness.
Private Health Cover discounts – discounted fees & waiting periods waived.
TO APPLY: Submit your resume and cover letter addressing your suitability for this role on our website at www.hyne.com.au/careers

QUESTIONS: If you would like to discuss the position further feel free to contact us on 0491 224 075
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