Job Description
BlueScope is an Australian-born global success story spanning 15 countries. Our team of over 16,500 people is our strength and we want our people to be safe, successful and well. We’re leaders and innovators in transforming steel into smart products and solutions that support society, today and in the future. We’re proud of brands, like COLORBOND ® steel that inspire and protect everything from hospitals to bridges and stadiums.
The Opportunity
Come and discover the opportunity to join our Maintenance team at our Western Port Manufacturing facility as an Electrical Maintenance Planner. As a part of the broader Australian Steel Products Portfolio, we have five major manufacturing sites at Western Port which operate 24 x 7 and deliver a variety of products, innovative solutions and services to export and domestic customers.
In this key role, you will utilise your comprehensive electrical knowledge to coordinate and plan maintenance activities and improvement initiatives for our manufacturing operations including inspections and monitoring methods, detailed planning of work and participating in work scheduling and execution.
If you are a highly skilled Electrical Tradesperson, looking to expand your skill set and join the heavy industrial sector, this is an excellent opportunity for you to continue developing your career with an iconic, global organisaiton.
What’s in it for you?
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permanent full time position working Monday to Friday dayshift
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enjoy a competitive salary package, overtime eligible, option for 14% superannuation, participation in our company incentive program and annual salary review
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on-going training, development and learning providing career pathways
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access to numerous wellbeing initiatives including an Employee Assistance Program
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access to discounted gym fees through the ‘Fitness Passport’
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canteen on-site – food made fresh daily
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free on-site parking
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no need to purchase workwear – you’ll be provided with a uniform and personal protective equipment (PPE)
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enjoy a vibrant and inclusive workplace culture that hosts regular celebrations and BBQ’s
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access to a range of exciting discounts across travel, vehicles, health and more!
What you will do?
Deliver ongoing technical guidance and support to the plant maintenance teams and the wider asset management teams across the business, you’ll be responsible for the establishment and continual improvement of our maintenance plan. You will be:
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scheduling maintenance work and performing detailed planning of work
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develop, implement, and manage detailed shutdown maintenance plans and schedules
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coordinate resources, labour, and materials for shutdown maintenance projects.
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liaise with contractors and suppliers to attain cost effective methods of execution and delivery of planned work
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coordinate task dependencies and ensure seamless integration of maintenance activities with other shutdown operations.
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capture and review of maintenance history to drive maintenance strategy improvement
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analyse prior maintenance work orders to ensure follow up work is captured and actioned
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support alignment of Safety, Quality and Plant Critical priorities with key stakeholders
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providing supervision to internal and external resources
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manage and control maintenance spares utilisation, refurbishment and/or replenishment
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perform administrative activities such as raising purchase orders, invoice management and cost review
More about you
You’ll bring your technical skills and experience in maintenance of equipment in continuous production facilities. You’ll also bring:
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a electrical trade qualification is preferred, Electrical Engineering qualifications with practical experience will also be considered.
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demonstrated experience in planning and scheduling inspections and maintenance of site equipment
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solid experience of SAP including MS Office suite
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experience in determining root cause through investigation processes and tools to recommend informed corrective measures
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highly developed communication and influencing skills - building constructive and effective relationships
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a commitment to the safety and wellbeing of yourself and others
Why BlueScope
As we’re creating strength for the future through our people, products and solutions, BlueScope supports you to build your expertise within a safe and positive team environment. At BlueScope, you’ll:
- Learn and develop as you grow. Work alongside specialists and keep your skills and knowledge at the forefront of industry with our lifelong learning culture.
- Experience connection and care. Experience a positive, inclusive work environment where we look out for each other’s safety and wellbeing.
- Build innovative products. Seek better, smarter ways to work, help develop sustainable solutions and make things happen.
- Deliver work that matters. Every action you take matters in delivering for our customers and strengthening communities for the future. We value what you do.
We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every employee feels respected and valued to be their authentic selves, and we encourage Women and First Nations people to apply. We’re passionate about driving sustainability outcomes that matter to our communities, including action on climate and our 2050 net zero goal. At BlueScope, we offer work-life flexibility through our B-flex program.
It’s an exciting time in our history as, together, we work towards Our Purpose: “We create and inspire smart solutions in steel, to strengthen communities for the future.”
Come and discover us at www.bluescope.com/auscareers
Join us, creating strength for the future.
Applications close Friday 21st August 2026
