CNC Operator - Day/Afternoon Shift | Bathurst NSW | $46ph

Northbridge IT Recruitment Propr; Bathurst; On-site; AUD 58,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Northbridge IT Recruitment Propr in Bathurst NSW is seeking a CNC Operator to join our client on a permanent full-time basis. The role covers day and afternoon shifts (6am–3pm and 3pm–12am) with a base rate of 42–46 AUD per hour plus a 20% afternoon shift loading.

You will set up, operate and monitor CNC machinery, read engineering drawings, perform quality inspections and ensure parts meet specs. Certificate III in Engineering (Mechanical Trade) or equivalent and CNC experience are required.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Engineering (Mechanical Trade) or equivalent qualification and CNC experience.
• Experience reading engineering drawings and performing precision measurements.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Experience operating CNC machinery in manufacturing or high-performance environments.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate and monitor CNC machinery to manufacture components.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, adjust machines and conduct quality inspections.

Skills

Reading drawings

Machining processes

Precision measurements

Quality standards

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Education

Certificate III in Engineering (Mechanical Trade)

Tools

CNC machines

Job description

CNC Operator - Day/Afternoon Shift | Bathurst NSW | $46ph

Northbridge IT Recruitment Propr – Bathurst NSW

Full time, Permanent

6d ago , from Northbridge IT Recruitment Propr

Job title: CNC Operator - Day/Afternoon Shift
Permanent Full Time
Location: Bathurst NSW 2795 Australia
Working Hours: Monday to Friday

• Morning Shift: 6am – 3pm
• Afternoon Shift: 3pm – 12am

Job title: CNC Operator - Day/Afternoon Shift
Permanent Full Time
Location: Bathurst NSW 2795 Australia
Working Hours: Monday to Friday

• Morning Shift: 6am – 3pm
• Afternoon Shift: 3pm – 12am

Base Rate: $42-46ph depends on relevant experience

Afternoon Shift Loading: 20% shift loading

Job Responsibilities:

• Reporting to the Production Manager, the CNC Operator is responsible for setting up, operating and monitoring CNC machinery to manufacture precision-engineered steel and metal components.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, perform machine adjustments, conduct quality inspections and ensure all components meet required specifications and production standards.

What We're Looking For

• Certificate III in Engineering (Mechanical Trade) or equivalent qualification, with experience operating CNC machinery in a manufacturing or high-performance production environment.
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings, machining processes, precision measurements and quality standards, with excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

About the company

Leading provider of advanced rail infrastructure and railway system solutions.

Additional information

• Work with a global leader in steel and rail technology
• Career growth, training and development opportunities
• Strong focus on safety, innovation and employee wellbeing