Permanent Steel Processing Operator – Growth & Safety

ARC - The Australian Reinforcing Company; Newcastle City Council; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent full-time role

Career development

Team culture with monthly BBQs

Overtime when available

RDO system

Job summary

The Australian Reinforcing Company (ARC) is seeking dedicated Operators for our Newcastle reinforcing steel facility on day and afternoon shifts. You will gain hands‑on experience with steel processing, pre‑fabrication and distribution in a fast‑paced, safety‑driven environment.

Permanent, full‑time role with career development within a large national organisation. Strong team culture, Overtime when available, and daily contribution to a monthly RDO are part of the package.

Qualifications

• Experience in steel, manufacturing or construction.
• Safety‑focused mindset and commitment to teammates.
• Forklift licence and/or gantry crane licence.
• Willingness to work day or afternoon shifts.

Responsibilities

• Operate bending, shaping and cutting machinery for bar, steel and mesh products.
• Operate forklifts and gantry cranes.
• Pick and pack orders with accuracy.
• Load and unload trucks for customers or drivers.
• Champion safety standards and contribute to a safety‑first culture.
• Engage in process improvement initiatives.

Skills

Heavy machinery

Forklift licence

Gantry crane licence

Team player

Tools

Bending equipment

Cutting machinery

Forklifts

Gantry cranes

Job description

The Australian Reinforcing Company (ARC) is seeking dedicated Operators for our Newcastle reinforcing steel facility on day and afternoon shifts. You will gain hands‑on experience with steel processing, pre‑fabrication and distribution in a fast‑paced, safety‑driven environment.

Permanent, full‑time role with career development within a large national organisation. Strong team culture, Overtime when available, and daily contribution to a monthly RDO are part of the package.