material & chemical technician

HR Partners; Sydney; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

HR Partners in Sydney's Rydalmere area is seeking a hands-on technician to join a defence-focused manufacturing workshop. This role offers competitive pay, 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM shifts, and early finishes with a stable career in high-tech production.

You'll handle material prep, operate equipment, record batch data, and uphold strict safety protocols in a busy, collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• A relevant mechanical trade certificate or strong background in a workshop or production environment.
• Proven experience in operating machinery, chemical handling, and raw material processing.
• Ability to follow batch records accurately, manage time well, and perform manual lifting safely.
• A proactive, safety-first mindset with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to pass a Pre-Employment Physical Assessment, including lifting up to 15kg.

Responsibilities

• Weigh, blend, and dilute materials according to formulas.
• Operate machinery via control panels and load ball mills.
• Load materials into industrial ovens and manage trays.
• Perform manual handling of processing trays up to 15 kg.
• Maintain batch records and logs for quality control.
• Follow safety guidelines and handle chemicals per protocols.

Skills

Machinery operation

Chemical handling

Batch record keeping

Safety awareness

Manual handling up to 15 kg

Education

Mechanical trade certificate

Tools

Control panels

Ball mills

Industrial ovens

Job description

About the Opportunity: Join a specialised, close-knit team in Rydalmere manufacturing underwater ship systems for the defence sector. This hands-on role offers competitive pay at $41.41/hr + super, early 2:00 PM finishes and ongoing career stability in a high-tech industry.

• First-Rate Pay: Earn $41.41/hr + super with penalty rates and paid overtime opportunities to boost your earnings.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy standard day shifts from 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM, leaving your afternoons completely free.
• Industry Stability: Gain valuable ongoing experience within the essential and growing defence manufacturing sector.
• Great Culture: Work alongside a supportive, collaborative and highly skilled workshop team daily.

Duties:

• Material Preparation: Accurately weigh raw materials, blend/mix compounds and dilute substances according to strict formulas.
• Equipment Operation: Run machinery via programmed control panels, manage press controls and load materials into ball mills.
• Oven Operation: Safely load and unload production trays containing raw materials into industrial heating ovens.
• Manual Handling: Lift, hold, tip and transfer processing trays weighing up to 15kg around the workshop.
• Documentation: Maintain clear, precise batch records and logs throughout each manufacturing stage to ensure quality.
• Safety & Compliance: Adhere to strict safety guidelines and handle industrial chemical substances in line with workplace protocols.

Skills & Experience:

• A relevant mechanical trade certificate or strong background in a workshop or production environment.
• Proven experience in operating machinery, chemical handling, and raw material processing.
• Ability to follow batch records accurately, manage time well, and perform manual lifting safely.
• A proactive, safety-first mindset with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to pass a Pre-Employment Physical Assessment, including lifting up to 15kg.

Eligibility & Clearances:

Please Note: Applicants must hold Australian Citizenship or Permanent Residency and be eligible to obtain and maintain a National Police Clearance and Defence Security Clearance.
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