Machine Operator

Aston Advantage; Sydney; On-site; AUD 62,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

On-call breakdown support

Hands-on technical work

Close-knit team

Job summary

OPS Screening & Crushing Equipment Pty Ltd in Smithfield, NSW is seeking a Fitter and Machinist to maintain, repair and troubleshoot continuous packaging production lines. You will fit and machine parts, change tooling and support breakdowns on site.

Trade-qualified with strong mechanical background and hands-on experience with lathe, milling, grinder and welding equipment is essential. Overtime opportunities and a close-knit team are on offer.

Qualifications

• Trade-qualified with strong mechanical background and fault-finding across mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Hands-on experience using lathes, mills, grinders and welding equipment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair and troubleshoot continuous packaging production lines.
• Fit and machine parts, change tooling and support breakdowns on site.
• Assist with machine settings and adjustments to keep production running smoothly.

Skills

Mechanical fault-finding

Electrical fault-finding

Pneumatic systems

Hydraulic systems

Lathes and milling

Welding

Trade-qualified

Education

Trade qualification

Tools

Lathe

Milling machine

Grinder

Welding equipment

Job description

Fitter and Machinist | $45/hr + Pens | Smithfield, NSW

Opportunity

This is a fascinating role, if you like automation and machinery, this role is for you! You get to maintain, repair, and troubleshoot continuous packaging production lines, including fitting and machining parts, changing tooling, and supporting breakdowns!

Experience

Trade-qualified with strong mechanical background, skilled in fault-finding across mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems, with hands‑on experience using lathes, mills, grinders, and welding equipment.

Benefits

Secure role within a close‑knit team, hands‑on technical work across diverse machinery, and opportunities for overtime and skill development.

Extras

Supporting operators on machine settings, working from drawings and SOPs, being part of on‑call breakdowns, and pitching in with the team to keep production running smoothly and safely.

Location: OPS Screening & Crushing Equipment Pty Ltd | Bibra Lake, WA