Control Room Technician
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 6, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 6, 2026. Visy scores B on the Alion truth index.
- Full time role at Visy operating boilers, turbines and DCS systems
- Hands on position - troubleshoot and keep production running safely
- Work a rotation of days and nights and enjoy 5 day weekends!
Working primarily from the control room, the Control Room Technician oversees plant operations, manage process performance, respond to alarms and support continuous production across the mill.
Role Details
- Operate and monitor stock preparation, water treatment and utility systems supporting paper production.
- Manage stock levels, pulping processes, reject streams and fibre recovery.
- Monitor and control boiler, steam, condensate and utility systems.
- Respond to alarms, troubleshoot operational issues and coordinate field-based activities where required.
- Complete plant start-ups, shutdowns, operational logs, KPI checks and isolation verification activities.
- Work closely with production, maintenance and operations teams to support continuous manufacturing.
- Maintain compliance with all safety, environmental and operational procedures.
You'll work 12-hour rotating shifts of days and nights with 4 on, 5 off, 4 on in a close-knit team that values safety, accountability and operational excellence.
What you’ll bring to the team:
- Previous trades background.
- Advanced Boiler and Turbine Ticket
- Confined space license and DCS experience are desirable.
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office is essential.
- Experience in a 24/7 heavy manufacturing or processing environment
What you’ll love when you join us:
- Sustainability: Contribute to sustainability initiatives that make a difference.
- Supportive Environment: Be part of a team that values safety, respect, and collaboration.
- Work-Life Balance: Enjoy 5 day weekends and incredible work-life balance
- Visy discounts: Take advantage of discounts with RSEA, Avis, Harvey Norman and other retailers.
About Visy
Visy is powering the circular economy, closing the loop between packaging, remanufacturing and recycling. As Australia’s leading recycled and kraft paper manufacturer, Visy Pulp and Paper is a big part of our business. Our integrated recycling and manufacturing operations means we collect paper and cardboard from households and businesses and turn it into up to 100% recycled paper. We are also home to the world’s most environmentally friendly kraft paper mill in Tumut, providing high-quality kraft paper for domestic and international markets. The paper we produce supplies our board facilities across Australia and New Zealand, where it is remanufactured into cardboard packaging for the food and beverage industry.
Ready to make a difference? Apply now and be a key player in shaping our future!
You will be required to meet Visy’s employment criteria which will include a criminal history check and pre-employment medical (including drug & alcohol testing)
Visy is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.
These roles are only open to candidates currently residing in Australia with full working rights.