Resident Automation Technician

Who We Are

E80 Group is a multinational company specialized in the development of automated and integrated intralogistics solutions for manufacturers of consumer goods, operating in the beverage, food, tissue, and other sectors. The main systems produced by E80 Group include palletizing robots, laser-guided vehicles, robotic stretch wrappers and labelers, and automated high-density warehouses.

The entire logistics flow is centrally managed by the SM.I.LE80 software platform (Smart Integrated Logistics), which ensures efficient system integration and optimizes the management of all operations—from the entry of raw materials, through storage, to shipping.

With 14 branches worldwide, the Group believes in the core values Ethics, Courage, Humility, and Safety. These values form the foundation of E80 Group’s corporate culture, which maintains a close connection with customers, people, and the local communities.

Who You Are

We’re looking for a Resident Automation Technician to ensure the smooth operation of complex systems at two advanced logistics sites in the Adelaide area, supporting key clients in the wine production and packaging industries.The role involves a 12-month residency, split evenly across two facilities located approximately 20 minutes apart, both within the Adelaide region — around 6 months (22 weeks) at each site. The rotation will follow a weekly schedule, typically alternating two weeks at each site, with planning agreed in advance between all parties.

Responsibilities

• Perform corrective maintenance and troubleshooting activities on the equipment to ensure efficiency.
• Carry out preventive maintenance activities in accordance with maintenance plans.
• Report on system performance and performed activities (including anomalies and corrective actions) to the Customer and E80 Group.
• Build and maintain a strong relationship between the Customer and E80 Group based on trust, daily commitment, technical results and equipment’s reliability.
• Organize periodic meetings on E80 Group’s system performance with the Customer’s representatives.
• Conduct periodic on-the-job training for the Customer’s personnel.
• Promote improvement activities, modifications, and extensions to the system or equipment, co-supervised by the Direct Manager and in agreement with the Area Manager.
• Manage spare parts on-site, suggesting reorder points and purchases as needed.
• Organize and manage the maintenance area, tools, and equipment available from E80 Group and/or the Customer.

Technical Requirements

• Technical qualification in the electromechanical field or industrial automation.
• Good understanding of electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical drawings.
• Previous experience as an electromechanical or transfer technician, electrician, or automation engineer, ideally in the manufacturing sector.
• Ability to perform electromechanical work at heights and in confined spaces (after completing specific training).
• Knowledge of Siemens PLC, Beckhoff, Allen Bradley, or Rockwell is not mandatory, but will be considered a plus.

Soft Skills Requirements

• Desire to make a difference and daily represent E80 Group in front of the Customer.
• English (advanced or native level) with excellent communication skills.
• Strong autonomy and proactivity.
• Outstanding problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Curiosity about learning new technologies.

Other Requirements

• UEE30820 Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician.
• A-grade Electrical license.
• Permanent rights to work in Australia, with no restrictions.
• Valid driver’s license and car owner.

What’s In It For You

• Permanent full-time contract.
• Salary based on experience.
• Ongoing training for the first three months of employment, until you are able to work autonomously.

Not just a job, but Career Growth: Our steady year-over-year growth has fostered a culture of talent development where we constantly create opportunities for you to learn, grow, and feel empowered to realize your full potential, whichever career path you choose.

E80 World Academy: Prepare to be wowed by our innovative training and learning paths. We deliver cutting-edge insights so you can hone your expertise to be successful in your job.

#BE80: You will become part of a dynamic and collaborative team where giving back is close to our hearts—an integral part of our success and core to the #BE80 Culture.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration.E80 Group does not tolerate any kind of discrimination or offensive behavior against one's personality (for example, moral, sexual or other kind of harassment, intimidation, persecution and other), or social exclusion or unfair treatment due to nationality, race, colour, ethnic or social origin, membership of a national minority, property, birth, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender, genetic features, family status, religions or political views or physical disabilities, veteran status, citizenship status, marital status, or pregnancy. We honor our commitments under articles 1 and 18 of Law No. 68/1999 and give special consideration to candidates in protected categories.