Job Description
Responsibilities:
- Operate lathes, milling machines, grinders, drill presses, and other tools.
- Manufacture, repair, and modify components per engineering drawings/specifications.
- Perform precision machining (turning, threading, boring, cutting).
- Use calipers, micrometers, and gauges for accurate measurements.
- Assemble, dismantle, and repair mechanical equipment and machinery.
- Install and align shafts, gears, bearings, and components.
- Conduct routine and preventive maintenance on machines/equipment.
- Troubleshoot mechanical faults and apply corrective actions.
- Interpret technical drawings, schematics, and blueprints.
- Ensure work meets quality standards and tolerances.
- Follow OHS Act, company policies, and safety procedures.
- Collaborate with maintenance/engineering teams for reliability.
- Recommend process improvements in machining and maintenance.
- Mentor and support apprentices or junior staff.
Essential Requirements:
- Trade Test Certificate: Fitter & Turner (Red Seal preferred).
- N3/N4 Mechanical Engineering or equivalent technical qualification.
- 2–5 years’ experience in industrial, manufacturing, or heavy engineering environments.
- Experience with lathes, milling machines, grinders, welding, and precision measuring tools.
- Understanding of hydraulics, pneumatics, and mechanical systems advantageous.
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