Machine Operators

Workhorse Staffing; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day and afternoon shifts available

Overtime paid at penalty rates

Ongoing training and upskilling

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Workhorse Staffing is seeking an experienced operator for steel and sheet metal production in Brisbane. You will run and monitor production machinery, read drawings, and ensure quality while maintaining safety and housekeeping standards.

The role requires a forklift licence and the ability to work across day and afternoon shifts, with opportunities for overtime and ongoing training. You will join a collaborative team focused on daily targets and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience operating steel/manufacturing machinery.
• Current forklift licence with at least 2 years experience.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings.
• Strong attention to detail and safety.
• Commitment to WHS procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate steel and sheet metal production machinery.
• Setup and monitor machinery for efficient production.
• Read and interpret production drawings.
• Perform quality checks on finished products.
• Maintain a safe and organised work environment.
• Work as part of a team to meet daily production targets.

Skills

Machinery operation

Reading drawings

Quality checks

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Tools

Forklift licence

Overhead crane

Job description

ROLE

• Operate steel and sheet metal production machinery
• Set up and monitor machinery to ensure efficient production
• Read and interpret production drawings
• Perform quality checks on finished products
• Maintain a safe and organised work environment
• Follow all WHS procedures and company requirements
• Work as part of a team to achieve daily production targets

REQUIREMENTS

• Previous experience operating machinery within a steel, sheet metal or manufacturing environment e.g. Roll forming machines, brake presses, fold machines etc.
• Current forklift licence with 2 years proven experience
• Overhead crane experience is advantageous
• Ability to read and interpret drawings
• Strong attention to detail
• A commitment to workplace safety

BENEFITS

• Day and afternoon shifts available
• Day shift 6am start
• Afternoon shift 2pm start
• Overtime available and paid at penalty rates
• Ongoing training and upskilling
• Career progression opportunities

At Workhorse Staffing, we value diversity and are committed to being an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

Please note: Only applicants who meet the required criteria will be considered.