Controls Engineer

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Hiring Remotely in The Park, New South Wales
Remote
Mid level
Logistics • Other
The Role
Lead and deliver automation, OT network and PLC/SCADA projects across APAC, managing CAPEX, vendor FAT/commissioning, site deployments, troubleshooting, stakeholder coordination, training, and safety compliance to improve uptime and efficiency.
Summary Generated by Built In

CHEP helps move more goods to more people, in more places than any other organization on earth via our 347 million pallets, crates and containers. We employ approximately 13,000 people and operate in 60 countries. Through our pioneering and sustainable share-and-reuse business model, the world’s biggest brands trust us to help them transport their goods more efficiently, safely and with less environmental impact. 
What does that mean for you? You’ll join an international organization big enough to take you anywhere, and small enough to get you there sooner. You’ll help change how goods get to market and contribute to global sustainability. You’ll be empowered to bring your authentic self to work and be surrounded by diverse and driven professionals. And you can maximize your work-life balance and flexibility through our Hybrid Work Model.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities May Include:

  • Develop and manage large-scale capital engineering projects for automation, IoT and continuous improvement solutions, ensuring alignment with long-term business goals and objectives.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Operations, Health & Safety, Finance, Quality) and external suppliers to drive project success, managing stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Lead the preparation of Capex documents, including cost estimates, project justifications, equipment layouts, and technical specifications, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.
  • Manage equipment installation and commissioning, including contractor supervision, safety compliance, and ensuring adherence to all environmental regulations and legislative requirements.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives aimed at reducing Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) and increasing operational efficiency through the adoption of advanced technologies like AI, robotics, and digital twin models.
  • Ensure the development and delivery of proper training programs and operational documentation (as-built drawings, manuals, spare parts lists) to ensure seamless handover to operational teams.
  • Maintain strict financial control over capital projects, accurately forecasting expenditures, managing budgets, and ensuring fiduciary compliance throughout project execution.
  • Champion Zero Harm and environmental standards, ensuring projects meet the highest safety requirements and adhere to regulatory standards throughout the project lifecycle.

Process Engineer – Electrical, Controls & OT Networks

CHEP | APAC

At CHEP, we’re transforming the way supply chains move. As we roll out major automation, cyber and network upgrades across APAC, we’re looking for a technically strong Process Engineer who thrives in fast‑paced, multi‑site environments.

If you bring deep controls/OT network knowledge and enjoy coordinating with diverse stakeholders to keep complex projects moving — you’ll feel right at home here.

The role

You’ll support delivery of key programs including the Network Transformation Programme, PLC upgrades, OT infrastructure uplift and automation enhancements across more than 30 service centres. This role blends hands‑on technical expertise with high‑impact stakeholder coordination, ensuring safe, standardised and reliable automation performance across the region.

What you’ll do

  • Coordinate planning and delivery of network, cyber and automation projects across APAC.
  • Provide technical input across PLCs, SCADA, robotics, industrial Ethernet and electrical systems.
  • Support design reviews, FAT, commissioning and site deployment with vendors and operations teams.
  • Troubleshoot controls/network issues and help restore uptime quickly.
  • Ensure compliance with CHEP safety and engineering standards.
  • Build capability across site teams through training and knowledge sharing.

What you bring

  • Degree in Electrical/Automation/Mechatronics/Network Engineering (or equivalent experience).
  • Strong grounding in OT networking (VLANs, L2/3 switching, diagnostics, redundancy protocols).
  • Experience with major automation platforms (Rockwell, Siemens, Schneider, Mitsubishi).
  • Proven project coordination and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Ability to communicate clearly with both technical and non‑technical teams.

Why CHEP?

Join a global engineering community delivering meaningful transformation at scale. You’ll work with advanced technologies, enjoy strong flexibility and autonomy, and have the opportunity to influence the future of our supply chain network across APAC.

Ready to help shape the future of automation at CHEP?
Apply today.

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Remote Type

Hybrid Remote

Skills to succeed in the role

Adaptability, Empathy, Experimentation, Taking Ownership, Teamwork, Understand Customers

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to developing a diverse workforce in which everyone is treated fairly, with respect, and has the opportunity to contribute to business success while realizing his or her potential. This means harnessing the unique skills and experience that each individual brings and we do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.

Individuals fraudulently misrepresenting themselves as Brambles or CHEP representatives have scheduled interviews and offered fraudulent employment opportunities with the intent to commit identity theft or solicit money. Brambles and CHEP never conduct interviews via online chat or request money as a term of employment. If you have a question as to the legitimacy of an interview or job offer, please contact us at [email protected].

Top Skills

AI
Digital Twin
Industrial Ethernet
L2/L3 Switching
Mitsubishi
Ot Networking
Plcs
Redundancy Protocols
Robotics
Rockwell
Scada
Schneider
Siemens
Vlans
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The Company
6,172 Employees
Year Founded: 1945

What We Do

CHEP is a global leader in managed, returnable and reusable packaging solutions, serving many of the world's largest companies in sectors such as consumer goods, fresh produce, beverage and automotive. CHEP’s service is environmentally sustainable and increases efficiency for customers while reducing operating risk and product damage. CHEP’s 7,500-plus employees and 300 million pallets and containers offer unbeatable coverage and exceptional value, supporting more than 500,000 customer touch-points in 49 countries. Our customer portfolio includes global companies and brands such as Procter & Gamble, Sysco, Kellogg's, Kraft, Nestlé, Ford and GM. CHEP is part of Brambles Limited. For more information, visit www.chep.com.

Reliability. Flexibility. The success of your business depends on both. With CHEP, you can be confident that you’ll get the equipment you need, when and where you need it. Our scale is unmatched, with more than 110 million pallets and over 530 service centers across North America. So you no longer need to worry about seasonal peaks or unexpectedly high demand.

With our broad array of solutions and our pragmatic, roll-up-your-sleeves know-how, we give our consumer goods customers the platforms, the quality, the supply and the support they need to make more money on every unit load. Because everything just works better.

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