General Hand / Labourer

AWX; Town Of Bassendean; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

AWX is seeking General Hands / Labourers for a busy timber manufacturing site in Bassendean, producing pallets, wooden boxes and packaging.

Two shifts are available now (7:00am–3:00pm) with a further 5 roles commencing in about 4 weeks (10:00am–6:00pm). Training will be provided. You will join a production team and handle timber packaging with proper safety practices.

Qualifications

• Flexible to work across both 7:00am–3:00pm and 10:00am–6:00pm shifts
• Available to work full-time hours Monday to Friday
• Physically fit and capable of repetitive manual work
• Have a current driver’s licence and reliable transport
• Unrestricted Australian working rights

Responsibilities

• Operate timber cutting machinery to cut wood to required sizes
• Manufacture and assemble wooden boxes and timber packaging
• Measure and prepare timber for production
• Load timber into machinery and remove finished products
• Use pneumatic nail guns, hammers, grinders and other hand/power tools
• Assemble timber products to required specifications
• Sort and stack timber and finished products
• Quality check completed products
• Perform basic manual handling up to 20 kg
• Maintain a clean and safe work area

Job description

General Hands / Labourers Timber Manufacturing | Bassendean

AWX is currently seeking reliable and hardworking General Hands / Labourers to join a busy timber manufacturing facility based in Bassendean, producing new timber pallets, wooden boxes and packaging products.

We currently have 2 positions available for an immediate start, with a further 5 positions becoming available in approximately 4 weeks as an additional shift is introduced.

We are particularly looking for flexible candidates who are available to work across both shifts as required.

Current Shift 2 Positions Available

• 7:00am 3:00pm**
• Monday to Friday
• 2 roles available
• Immediate start

New Additional Shift 5 Positions Available

• 10:00am 6:00pm**
• Monday to Friday
• 5 roles available**
• Commencing in approximately 4 weeks

The 10:00am6:00pm shift will operate in addition to the existing 7:00am3:00pm shift. Candidates must have the flexibility and availability to work across both shift times when required.

About the Role

You’ll be working as part of a production team manufacturing new timber pallets, wooden boxes and other timber packaging products.

Your duties will include:

• Operating timber cutting machinery to cut wood to required sizes
• Manufacturing and assembling wooden boxes and timber packaging
• Measuring and preparing timber for production
• Loading timber into machinery and removing finished products
• Using pneumatic nail guns, hammers, grinders and other hand/power tools
• Assembling timber products to required specifications
• Sorting and stacking timber and finished products
• Quality checking completed products
• Manual handling and lifting up to 20 kg
• General production and labouring duties
• Maintaining a clean and safe work area

**No pallet or timber manufacturing experience? No problem!** Training will be provided on the specific machinery, tools and processes used onsite.

We're looking for people who:

• Can work across both the 7:00am3:00pm and 10:00am6:00pm shifts
• Are available to work **full-time hours Monday to Friday**
• Are reliable and have a strong work ethic
• Are physically fit and comfortable with repetitive manual work
• Are confident working with machinery and hand/power tools
• Can follow measurements, instructions and safe operating procedures
• Are willing to learn and work as part of a team
• Have a current driver's licence and reliable transport
• Can complete a pre-employment medical, functional assessment and drug & alcohol screen
• Have **unrestricted Australian working rights**

Previous experience in manufacturing, machine operation, production, timber, construction, labouring or trades would be highly regarded, but direct timber manufacturing experience is not essential.

Why Join AWX?

• 7 positions available**
• 2 immediate starts**
• 5 additional positions commencing soon**
• Monday to Friday work
• Ongoing, consistent hours
• Opportunity to work across two shift times
• Hands-on manufacturing and machine operation
• On-the-job training provided
• Support from your local AWX team

About AWX

AWX is an Australia-wide labour hire and recruitment company backed by more than 20 years of expertise. We provide short and long-term employment opportunities across industries including manufacturing, construction, civil, mining, food processing and warehousing.

AWX is backed by PeopleIN, one of Australia and New Zealand's largest talent solutions companies.

Due to the volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Please note: Due to the full-time hours required for these positions, we are unable to consider Working Holiday Visa holders or Student Visa holders with restricted working hours