THE COMPANY
At Goterra, we believe climate change is the crisis of our time. We exist to help solve it. We are reimagining a future where nature and automation work in tandem to solve complex problems like reducing food waste and securing our food supply chain. We design and build our modular robotic infrastructure (MIB) using insects to turn food waste into products – animal protein and high grade fertilizer. This process reduces greenhouse gases and creates a circular economy. This is your chance to join and support our mission of making the world better, a billion times better!
THE ROLE
We’re seeking an experienced Control Systems Technician to join our team working out of Wetherill Park in NSW. The Control Systems Technician holds a blend of experience across electrical, control systems and automation/robotics. In this position you will lead development, maintenance and updates across all our control systems and will be asked to travel to various sites across NSW as required. In return you get to work in a role that contributes to the advancement of sustainable farming systems, and provides a genuine career opportunity with a fast-moving, innovative company. We are seeking technicians who are passionate about climate change, believe in our mission, and align with our purpose and values.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
Duties include but are not limited to:
- Electrical installation, including cabling and wiring
- Installation, testing and commissioning of industrial control and automation systems
- Assembly of electrical components of robotic systems
- Basic fault finding and troubleshooting to resolve service issues
- Carrying out scheduled routine maintenance and repair
- Attending to unforeseen breakdowns as required
- Prototyping, designing and building of new electrical components
- Reading, interpreting and following electrical diagrams, plans, specifications and instructions
- Contributing to the development of knowledge about the use and maintenance of plant and equipment
- Assisting with basic functional testing of plant and equipment
- Travel to various sites across NSW and interstate when required to service control systems
KEY SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
- Minimum 5 years experience as an electrician in an industrial environment
- Domain experience in at least one of the following areas would be desirable:
- PLC or RTU installation and programming;
- Factory Automation and operations;
- Industrial Instrumentation;
- Systems Integration
- Knowledge of industrial control components such as sensors, actuators, VFDs, and servo systems.
- Basic diagnostic and fault finding skills and installation of electrical and control circuits
- Experience with the use of hand and power tools
- Strong mechanical aptitude
- The willingness and ability to learn and develop new skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- A high level of initiative
- Strong team player
- Ability to travel to various locations for service both in NSW and interstate when required.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Trade Qualification and current NSW unrestricted electrical workers license
- Experience with AS/NZS 3000:2007/Australian Electrical Standards
- Current NSW unrestricted electrical workers license
We pride ourselves on being an inclusive organisation and encourage applications from anyone with passion for our mission, particularly from women, veterans, people with disability, the LGBTIQ+ community, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
