First Class Machinist — Permanent, OT, Early Friday Finish

Chess Engineering Inc.; Sydney; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent full-time

Overtime eligible

Early finish Fridays

Supportive team environment

Free onsite parking

Proximity to Leppington station

Skill development with CNC

Job summary

Chess Engineering seeks a First Class Machinist to operate manual lathes and milling machines, read engineering drawings, and use precision measuring tools to machine steel and stainless steel. You will work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.

We offer permanent full-time roles with competitive hourly rates and frequent overtime, plus early finish most Fridays and onsite parking, with access to CNC and manual tooling to develop new skills.

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating manual metal lathes and manual milling machines.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Proficient in the use of precision measuring tools, including verniers, micrometers, and dial indicators.
• Experience machining steel and stainless steel.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high‑quality work.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Relevant Trade Qualification.
• Contribute positively to our existing team environment.
• Ability to pass medical pre employment

Skills

Manual lathes

Manual milling

Engineering drawings

Measuring tools

Steel machining

Teamwork

Independent work

Trade qualification

Medical pre-employment

Education

Trade Qualification

Tools

Verniers

Micrometers

Dial indicators

Job description

Chess Engineering seeks a First Class Machinist to operate manual lathes and milling machines, read engineering drawings, and use precision measuring tools to machine steel and stainless steel. You will work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.

We offer permanent full-time roles with competitive hourly rates and frequent overtime, plus early finish most Fridays and onsite parking, with access to CNC and manual tooling to develop new skills.