LOCATION - GOLDFIELD REGION

PERMANENT FULL TIME

DAY SHIFT 8 AM - 4.30 PM MON -FRI - Reasonable overtime as requested by the company.

This is a permanent full-time role, 38 hours per week



LEADING HAND - MACHINIST



THE COMPANY

Our client stands as a premier company in Hydraulic and Pneumatic Engineering, Manufacturing, and Services. They deliver inventive solutions imbued with both quality and adaptability. Leveraging cutting-edge technology and proficient technicians, they ensure minimal machinery downtime and swift responsiveness to customer needs.



YOUR ROLE

This position directs and manages machine shop resources to meet organisational needs, ensuring smooth operations through effective leadership and oversight. When not performing Leading Hand duties, fulfil all core responsibilities of a Machinist



RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform all duties professionally, ensuring that all behaviours and actions comply with workplace policies and legislation.
• Co-ordinate machine shop workflow, allocating scheduled jobs to team members
• Provide leadership, technical advice, training, instruction, and guidance to machine shop team members regarding machining expertise.
• Follow directions from the planning department on job priorities and requirements and provide updates and status reports as needed.
• Assign jobs to team members to ensure productive outputs.
• Offer technical advice to internal stakeholders for quotes, job estimates, and effective resource utilisation.
• Maintain operational equipment, ensuring timely repairs and maintenance.
• Accurately read, interpret, and work efficiently with engineering drawings, schematics, and instructions.
• Complete precision work using gauges and measuring instruments within the required tolerances.
• Oversee machining jobs to ensure they are completed on schedule and meet quality standards.
• Seek technical advice from internal stakeholders as needed to ensure high-quality machining outputs.

CAPABILITIES

• Demonstrated experience and ability in managing the expertise of small teams
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with trade and craft-qualified individuals.
• Ability to apply rational and focused problem-solving to quickly and accurately resolve issues within the department and area of expertise.
• Contribution to best practice processes and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Strong organisational, planning, and time management skills.
• Ability to influence and foster a positive and productive workplace culture aligned with the company's strategic objectives, vision, and values.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• Relevant trade or tertiary qualifications
• Knowledgeable in contemporary machining techniques
• Ability to be able to multitask and handle various types of jobs
• Strong interpersonal, teamwork and communication skills
• Reliable with a strong work ethic
• A current High-Risk Forklift license

IN RETURN, OUR CLIENT OFFERS:

• Attractive rates above NES and Award varying on experience and capability
• Work life balance. Our client is a family-focused team first
• Rostered days off. Accrued at 1 per month
• Stable and secure employment. We operate in a diverse portfolio of industries
• Professional development opportunities. We work in a diverse space across many industries and encourage our people to learn and grow new skills through qualifications and education

To be successful and considered for the role, you must pass a Drug and Alcohol, Medical and Police Clearance Check.



Right to Work

The above position is open only to applicants with a current right to work in Australia. Applicants who do not have a current right to work In Australia will unfortunately not be considered and are respectfully asked not to apply.



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Right to Work

The above position is open only to applicants who have a current right to work in Australia. Applicants who do not have a current right to work In Australia will unfortunately not be considered and are respectfully asked not to apply.