Electrical Maintenance Fitter

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

Our Lysaght business is looking for an Electrical Maintenance Fitter to join the Maintenance Team based in Townsville. Made in Australia since 1921, Lysaght manufactures and markets steel building products that have helped shape the nation: from iconic corrugated roofing over Australian homes, to large commercial and industrial projects.

Based at our Townsville site, you will also manage projects across other branches within the region, and some travel is required. You will also be responsible to attend call outs, after hours/weekend and shutdown work. This role is primarily a day shift position (6:00am – 2:30pm) and is overtime eligible.

This position includes benefits such as our bonus scheme, career progression opportunities and access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), as well as a 14% Superannuation option.

What Will You Do?

In a role that impacts the safety of our people as well as the quality and reliability of our equipment and products, you will be the first and main point of contact when it comes to equipment and maintenance.

This is a great opportunity for you to truly make this position your own and use your process improvement mindset to provide ideas and solutions that will support and improve the site and equipment.

You will be:

• ensuring stoppages, performance issues or breakdowns are rectified in a safe and timely manner
• maintaining formal maintenance, change management, down time, and quality records in accordance with company requirements and procedures
• working consistently towards the completion of the electrical preventative maintenance schedule for the site
• diagnosing and troubleshooting electrical issues with plant and machinery
• working with our fitters to ensure continuous improvement initiatives are identified and introduced wherever practicable.

More About You

As an experienced Maintenance Technician, you’ll enjoy taking ownership for your work and contributing to the larger team. You will bring:

• strong attention to detail with the ability to resolve issues effectively and efficiently
• an enthusiasm to learn new skills and develop yourself in the role
• excellent communication skills
• a positive attitude and a keen eye for detail
• the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• a commitment to your own safety and wellbeing and care for 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 9th July 2025.