Laser Cladding Technician - 4-Day Week, Industry Leader

Nepean; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4-day week

Above award wages

Career development

Job summary

NEPEAN Longwall in Paget, Mackay QLD is seeking a skilled Laser Cladding Operator to set up, operate, and maintain laser cladding equipment for repair and enhancement of industrial components. You will work in a manufacturing environment with a focus on safety, quality, and efficiency.

The role requires experience with laser cladding, CNC/robotic systems, and reading engineering drawings. The successful candidate will join a team committed to safety and continuous improvement, with opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating laser cladding, CNC, robotic, or similar manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Experience using measuring equipment and conducting quality inspections.
• A proactive approach to safety and following workplace procedures.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Configure laser cladding systems, program machine parameters, adjust laser beam optics, and align powder or wire feed mechanisms.
• Inspect, clean, and pre-treat industrial workpieces to ensure proper metallurgical bonding.
• Operate CNC or robotic laser cladding cells, monitoring real-time metrics such as laser power, powder flow, shielding gas, and melt pool stability.
• Perform post-cladding inspections using micrometers, calipers, and non-destructive testing (NDT) methods to verify coating thickness and surface integrity.
• Clean and maintain laser optics, nozzles, and delivery systems, troubleshooting minor mechanical or software issues as they arise.
• Maintain a clean workstation and strictly adhere to laser safety protocols and PPE requirements.

Skills

Laser cladding

CNC/Robotics operation

Engineering drawings

Tools

CNC machines

Robotics

Grit-blasting equipment

Job description

NEPEAN Longwall in Paget, Mackay QLD is seeking a skilled Laser Cladding Operator to set up, operate, and maintain laser cladding equipment for repair and enhancement of industrial components. You will work in a manufacturing environment with a focus on safety, quality, and efficiency.

The role requires experience with laser cladding, CNC/robotic systems, and reading engineering drawings. The successful candidate will join a team committed to safety and continuous improvement, with opportunities