Fitter & Turner – CNC/Manual Machinist (Temp-to-Perm)

Frog Recruitment; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 58,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly rate 42–47

Superannuation

Temp-to-Perm

Weekday hours

Supportive team

Safety culture

New machinery

Long-term career

Job summary

Frog Recruitment partners with an established engineering and manufacturing business in Melbourne's south-east to recruit an experienced Fitter & Turner for a long-term opportunity. This role offers immediate start, competitive hourly rates, and a clear pathway to permanent employment for the right candidate.

Working in a skilled workshop, you will perform manual and CNC machining, fitting and assembly with a strong emphasis on safety, quality workmanship and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Australian-recognised Fitter & Turner trade qualification.
• Experience machining to close tolerances.
• CNC machining experience.
• Exposure to CNC programming and machine setup.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety.
• Excellent reliability and attendance record.

Responsibilities

• Operating manual centre lathes and milling machines.
• Manual screw cutting and precision machining to close tolerances.
• CNC machine setup, operation and basic programming.
• Manufacturing and assembly of industrial cylinders and components.
• Material preparation and steel cutting.
• Quality inspections and testing of finished products.
• Workshop maintenance and machine upkeep.
• Following Lean Manufacturing and 5S methodologies.
• Maintaining a safe and organised work environment.

Skills

CNC machining

Close tolerances

Technical drawings

CNC programming

Manual machining

Education

Australian-recognised Fitter & Turner trade qualification

Job description

Frog Recruitment partners with an established engineering and manufacturing business in Melbourne's south-east to recruit an experienced Fitter & Turner for a long-term opportunity. This role offers immediate start, competitive hourly rates, and a clear pathway to permanent employment for the right candidate.

Working in a skilled workshop, you will perform manual and CNC machining, fitting and assembly with a strong emphasis on safety, quality workmanship and teamwork.