Closes: Feb 20, 2026
Do you have a can-do attitude and a strong commitment to working safely? If so, we are looking for an experienced Maintenance Electrician, on a permanent, full-time basis.
About Us
At Godfrey Hirst, we’ve been crafting quality flooring for over 160 years across Australia and New Zealand. As the largest carpet manufacturer in Oceania, we’re proud of our heritage—but we’re even more excited about our future. Innovation, sustainability, and top-tier craftsmanship are at the heart of everything we do.
About the Role
We’re on the lookout for a skilled Electrician to join our dynamic maintenance team. Reporting to the Electrical Engineer, you’ll rotate across day and afternoon shifts, helping keep our manufacturing operations running smoothly and safely.
You’ll be hands-on with:
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Scheduled and reactive maintenance – because machines don’t always behave
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Fault finding and troubleshooting – your detective skills will shine here
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Installing, upgrading, and testing new electrical equipment – we like shiny new things too
You’ll work across our four sites in North Geelong, South Geelong, Breakwater, and Laverton, so variety is guaranteed.
What We’re Looking For
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A qualified electrician with solid industrial experience
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A safety-first mindset—permits, SWMS, and OHS compliance are second nature to you
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Someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys solving problems
About you
To be considered for this role you will have:
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A current A Grade electrical licence
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5+ years’ experience working as an Industrial Electrician, either in a maintenance or installation role
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A sound understanding of Allen Bradley /Omron PLC's, programming and fault finding
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Demonstrated experience troubleshooting electrical breakdowns
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A good understanding of electrical drawings and schematics
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Experience working with different manufacturer VSD's as well as industrial installations
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Experience high voltage switching and EWP would be advantageous
Why Join Us?
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Be part of a company with a rich history and a forward-thinking culture
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Work with a supportive team that values your expertise
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Enjoy job stability, ongoing development, and the chance to make a real impact
Next Steps
Godfrey Hirst and Mohawk offer a World of Opportunities and if you wish to join a multi-billion Fortune 500 global leader in flooring fashions, we welcome your application.
Mohawk is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity and inclusion. All employment decisions are decided based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.