Electrician

Louis Dreyfus Company is a leading merchant and processor of agricultural goods. Our activities span the entire value chain from farm to fork, across a broad range of business lines, we leverage our global reach and extensive asset network to serve our customers and consumers around the world. Structured as a matrix organization of six geographical regions and ten platforms, Louis Dreyfus Company is active in over 100 countries and employs approximately 18,000 people globally.

Louis Dreyfus Company (LDC) is seeking a qualified and motivated Electrician to support maintenance and project activities at our Gin site. Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, this role is responsible for ensuring the reliability, safety and availability of critical plant and equipment.

You will contribute to both day‑to‑day operations and site improvement initiatives, including business improvement and capital projects. At times, you may also lead small teams undertaking capital works.

To be considered for this position you will:  

• Conduct Planned Preventative, Condition‑Based and Corrective Maintenance, including minor capital works.
• Troubleshoot, analyse and repair faults in critical and specialised equipment.
• Read and interpret complex technical documentation to support detailed fault diagnosis.
• Complete maintenance tasks in line with LDC standards and safety expectations.
• Collaborate with other trades and site personnel to support efficient, cost‑effective maintenance practices.
• Record maintenance activity accurately in CMMS and ensure all work orders have full audit trails.
• Recommend improvements to SOPs, Work Instructions, and maintenance processes to meet compliance and efficiency standards.
• Participate in specialised training and support the introduction of new maintenance and condition‑monitoring technologies.
• Support contractor inductions and clearly communicate safety and performance expectations.
• Maintain positive working relationships and monitor the quality, safety and cost performance of service providers.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Industrial Electrical Maintenance experience (highly desirable).
• Knowledge of PLCs and relay logic systems.
• Basic understanding of mechanical and automation systems.
• Experience in fault‑finding and root cause analysis.
• Proven hands‑on electrical repair and maintenance experience.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics.
• Strong communication and time‑management skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a broader team.
• High attention to detail and commitment to safe work practices.
• Professional presentation and strong customer‑service focus.
• Computer literacy and ability to maintain accurate documentation.
• Commitment to ongoing learning and development.

Desirable Skills

• Basic understanding of ginning or agricultural processing machinery (advantageous but not essential)

 Education & Qualification

• Current QLD Electrical Licence (mandatory)

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In accordance with Louis Dreyfus Company Australia's policies, you are required to undergo a background check and a pre-employment medical. We commit to providing a safe workplace for our employees and customers. 

Please note that you must be an Australian Citizen or have the right to live and work in this location to apply for this job.

Diversity & Inclusion

LDC is driven by a set of shared values and high ethical standards, with diversity and inclusion being part of our DNA. LDC is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity, equity and inclusion.

LDC encourages diversity, supports local communities and environmental initiatives. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.

Sustainability

Sustainable value is at the heart of our purpose as a company.

We are passionate about creating fair and sustainable value, both for our business and for other value chain stakeholders: our people, our business partners, the communities we touch and the environment around us