Machinist

Weir Minerals Asia Pacific; Sydney; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Career development support

Global inclusion networks

Regional benefits

Sharebuilder scheme

Wellness support

Collaboration opportunities

Study support

Job summary

Weir Minerals Asia Pacific is seeking a qualified Machinist to ensure high-quality machining outcomes by operating CNC and manual equipment efficiently. This role requires a commitment to safety and quality, with responsibilities including precise component production, conducting quality checks, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have a trade qualification with 2+ years’ experience in machining, strong attention to detail, and effective communication

Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience operating manual and CNC machinery.
• Proven ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Strong attention to detail in measuring and inspection.
• Commitment to safety and quality standards.
• Exposure to Lean 6S, TPM, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC and manual machinery safely and accurately.
• Conduct inspections and quality checks on completed work.
• Complete daily inspections and thorough shift handovers.
• Manage non-conforming materials and raise necessary reports.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and maintain clean work areas.

Skills

CNC machining

Manual machining

Quality control

Technical drawings

Lean 6S

Total Productive Maintenance

Effective communication

Education

Trade qualification as Machinist

Job description

What we do at Weir

We are a global leader in mining technology for a sustainable future. We help our customers extract the resources the world needs more efficiently and more sustainably. Our planet’s future depends on the transition to renewable energy, and that transition can only happen with the metals and minerals our customers deliver. So, we work side by side with mines across the globe to move less rock, use less energy, use water wisely, and create less waste. Together, we drive the shift to smart, efficient, and more sustainable mining.

Make your impact

As a Machinist, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality machining outcomes through the safe and efficient operation of a range of CNC and manual equipment, including vertical borers, horizontal machining centres and radial drills. You will be responsible for producing precision components to specification, conducting inspections and quality checks on completed work, and maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality and productivity within the machine shop.

What you’ll do

• Work safely at all times, identifying and reporting any safety, quality or compliance concerns promptly.
• Operate manual and CNC machinery accurately, inspect completed work, and record dimensional data to required standards.
• Complete daily pre-start inspections, machine TPM checks, and thorough shift handovers to maintain safe and efficient operations.
• Maintain product quality by managing non-conforming materials, raising reports where required, and ensuring technical issues are addressed professionally.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives while maintaining clean, organised work areas in line with 6S principles.
• Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world-class safety culture.

What you’ll bring

• Trade qualified Machinist with 2+ years’ experience operating both manual and CNC machining equipment.
• Proven ability to read and interpret technical drawings, operating procedures, risk assessments, and engineering documentation.
• Strong attention to detail with accurate measuring, inspection, and quality control capabilities.
• Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety, quality standards, and best practices within a manufacturing environment.
• Exposure to Lean 6S, TPM (Total Productive Maintenance), and continuous improvement initiatives is highly regarded.
• Effective communication and computer skills, including shift handovers and recording dimensional data within databases.

Why join Weir?

We live our values we think safety first, do the right thing, respect each other, aim high, and delight our customers. We encourage our people to lead by example and celebrate our successes.

We’re passionate about our purpose to help deliver the natural resources that are essential to create a better future for the world. We do this by combining our deep customer insights, world-class engineering, materials science expertise, and intelligent automation to deliver innovative end-to-end solutions incorporating our signature technologies.

We believe your voice matters and your ideas make a difference. We’re working hard to nurture a diverse culture where our people feel like they belong and can do the best work of their lives. You can help shape our unique culture through our inclusion networks and safety initiatives.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Career development and learning support
• Access to global inclusion networks
• Regional and team-specific benefits
• Sharebuilder scheme
• Wellness support for you and your family
• Collaboration with global teams
• Study support