Automation Engineer

Note - Should be Automation Engineer About Heidelberg Materials With more than 4,000 employees across 300 sites, we have an extensive production and logistics network across Australia. We think global and act local - we benefit from global research and development enhanced by national collaboration to offer a comprehensive range of high-quality concrete, aggregates, road base, sand and asphalt products. We also produce a wide range of sustainable and recycled construction materials for civil construction and infrastructure projects. We are driven by excellence and high performance and together we will shape Australia’s construction materials industry building a legacy for generations to come. About the Role: Within this role, we are seeking a candidate to provide industrial automation expertise and support to the Operating Units (OU’s) through assistance to the Automation and Industrial Computing Manager.

This role effectively manages the process control system infrastructure through improvement in planning, design, and maintenance. Ensure long term viability and growth of OUs through robust automation development and optimisation of plant and equipment. Implement a consistent approach to process control systems across the business Implement management plans for newly acquired sites where appropriate Review, and audit of existing control systems Work with the operational teams to ensure that the process control system functional descriptions and improvement / optimisation plans are developed through consultation and are understood by the relevant stakeholders Support the Operations Managers to ensure plant and systems are managed in a safe and cost-efficient manner optimizing production Background and Experience required: Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics or Electrical Engineering (or related discipline) or related industry experience.

Minimum of three years of industrial automation experience, programming PLCs for operational systems Experience with process control systems (physical and virtualised infrastructure). Experience with Process & Instrumentation Diagrams (P & ID) and design assurance processes. Experience with application programming according to IEC 61131. Experience with the development of and commitment to, engineering systems, standards, procedures, and quality assurance.tw and reliable electrical systems. Experience in evaluating, selecting, and introducing new technologies. Demonstrable experience or equivalent with industrial automation, programmable logic controllers, SCADA, and HMI Demonstrable experience with specification, design, testing, commissioning, maintenance and vetting of process control systems (physical and virtualised infrastructure) Demonstrable experience with Process and Instrumentation Diagrams (P & ID) and design assurance processes.

Demonstrable experience with application programming according to IEC 61131 Our Benefits At Heidelberg Materials, we understand that your well-being and professional growth are essential. That's why we offer a comprehensive range of employee benefits to enhance your work-life balance, personal development, and financial savings. Salary Sacrifice: Take control of your finances by saving on, technology, and work-related items through our salary sacrifice program. Learning and Development: Fuel your career ambitions with our extensive learning and development opportunities, enabling you to unlock your full potential. Paid Parental and Grandparent Leave: We support your family life with generous paid leave options, helping you cherish those precious moments with loved ones. Discounted Concrete & Quarry Products: Save on your home improvement projects with exclusive discounts on concrete and quarry products.

Novated Leasing: Drive your dream car for less through our partnership with TFM, offering fantastic discounts on vehicles. Health and Well-being: Prioritise your health with discounted health insurance, access to retail outlets, and affordable gym memberships. Car Hire Discounts: Enjoy savings on car rentals through our exclusive car hire discounts. Electronics: Enjoy a 10% discount on a variety of products from JB HiFi. Heidelberg Materials is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome people from all walks of life. We encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people with disability, those from diverse cultural backgrounds, and the LGBTQI+ community. Shaping the future, building successes Heidelberg Materials – your springboard into the future of the construction materials industry.

As a globally leading company in the construction sector, we manufacture one of the most widely used products, paving the way not only toward more sustainable production but also toward your personal success story. Our bold and innovative approach focuses on massive CO₂ reduction, efficient recycling technologies, and digital solutions – setting new standards for the industry. In our globally connected and locally rooted community, your ideas have the power to shape a better tomorrow for people. With us, you’re not just shaping the industry’s future; you’re shaping your own. Let’s get to work! Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match. Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest integrated manufacturers of building materials and solutions with leading market positions in cement, aggregates, and ready-mixed concrete.

We are represented in more than 50 countries with around 51,000 employees at almost 3,000 locations. At the centre of our actions lies the responsibility for the environment. As the front runner on the path to carbon neutrality and circular economy in the building materials industry, we are working on sustainable building materials and solutions for the future. We enable new opportunities for our customers through digitalisation.