CAD/CNC Programmer

Southern Steel Group; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Steel QLD, part of the Southern Steel Group, is seeking a skilled CAD/CNC Programmer to join the Wacol branch on a permanent full-time basis. You will ensure accurate programming for CNC machinery and collaborate with production and sales teams to meet customer needs.

The role focuses on nesting optimization, interpreting drawings, and maintaining safety and quality in all programming tasks, with opportunities for training and long-term career development in a growing Australian

Qualifications

• Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings.
• Experience with structural steel programming software is highly regarded.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Steel industry experience preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and optimise nesting programs for CNC machinery
• Collaborate with Scheduler & Processing Supervisor to prioritise work
• Liaise with Sales and customers on drawings and specifications
• Interpret engineering/structural drawings for production
• Maintain accuracy, efficiency, and safety in all programming tasks

Skills

CNC programming

Reading drawings

Teamwork

Communication skills

Tools

Structural steel software

Job description

Southern Steel QLD, part of the Southern Steel Group, is a leader in steel distribution and processing across Queensland. We pride ourselves on quality, safety, and a supportive team culture.

Southern Steel QLD, part of the Southern Steel Group, is a leader in steel distribution and processing across Queensland. We pride ourselves on quality, safety, and a supportive team culture.

The Role

We’re seeking an enthusiastic CAD/CNC Programmer to join our Wacol branch in a permanent, full-time role. You’ll ensure accurate and efficient programming for CNC machinery, working closely with our production and sales teams to meet customer needs.

What you’ll do:

• Prepare and optimise nesting programs for CNC machinery
• Collaborate with Scheduler & Processing Supervisor to prioritise work
• Liaise with Sales and customers on drawings and specifications
• Interpret engineering/structural drawings for production
• Maintain accuracy, efficiency, and safety in all programming tasks

What we’re looking for:

• Previous structural steel programming software experience (highly regarded)
• Strong ability to read and interpret drawings
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Steel industry experience (preferred, not essential)

Why join us:

• Permanent full-time role with long-term career security
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Supportive, safety-first workplace culture
• Be part of a respected and growing Australian business

At Southern Steel QLD, we’re committed to a safe workplace. Reference checks and a pre-employment medical (including drug & alcohol screening) apply to the successful applicant.