Maintenance Technician - Electrical

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

Our Western Port Manufacturing facility is looking for an Electrical Maintenance Technician in our Maintenance team based at Western Port, Hastings. As a part of the broader Australian Steel Products Portfolio, we have four 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 critical role, you will be able to use your technical background and experience to deliver key outcomes by applying your skill and knowledge. Your contributions will ensure that the equipment on our production line experiences maximum up-time and reliability.

What Will You Do?

Working in a supportive environment, you will contribute to the safety of our people, the quality of our product and the reliability of our equipment. You will achieve this by:

• undertake day-to-day activities - utilising trade skills to; carry out maintenance activities, conduct root cause investigations/ troubleshooting problems, documenting the root cause of issues, and recommending robust solutions.
• monitoring, analyse, reporting, improve processes and documenting work into our Maintenance Management System on the process line equipment condition.
• working within the maintenance team - contribute to planning and continuous improvement initiatives, to assist with plant reliability performance.

This role will require shift work coverage periodically by the Maintenance department to support the 24x7 operational units.

More About You

Coming from a strong technical background, you will bring:

• an electrical trade (A-Grade License)
• a commitment to your own safety and wellbeing and care for others
• hands on technical capability including strong problem-solving capabilities and a continuous improvement mindset
• experience working both independently and as part of a manufacturing team
• attention to detail with the ability to resolve issues effectively and efficiently

What’s in it for you?

• enjoy a competitive salary package working a Monday to Friday
• Flexible RDO accrued every 4 weeks
• on-going training and development providing you a career pathway
• access to numerous wellbeing initiatives including an Employee Assistance Program
• access to discounted gym fees through the ‘Fitness Passport’
• canteen on-site – food made fresh daily
• free on-site parking
• you’ll be provided with personal protective equipment (PPE) and Tools of the Trade.
• enjoy a vibrant and inclusive workplace culture that hosts regular celebrations and BBQ’s
• participate in and celebrate our reward and recognition programs
• access to a range of exciting discounts across travel, health, vehicle novated lease programs and more!

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 Sunday 8th November 2026