Programmer

BlueScope; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

BlueScope Distribution in Eagle Farm, QLD is seeking a Programmer to join the programming and estimation team. You will convert customer requirements and drawings into accurate machine programs and quotations, working with production and sales to deliver on time and to specification.

Experience in CNC programming, AutoCAD, SigmaNEST, and SAP is preferred. You will help optimise material use and provide timely quotes while maintaining a safety-focused, quality-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in machine programming within a manufacturing, steel processing, or fabrication environment.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and ability to read/interp technical drawings and part specifications.
• Experience using SigmaNEST or similar nesting software for material optimisation and production efficiency.
• Hands-on experience programming CNC machinery (Plasma, Router, Beamline, Oxy-Fuel, Tube Laser).
• Ability to read, interpret, and work from technical and engineering drawings.
• Working knowledge of SAP or similar ERP systems.
• Experience using FastCAM QE or similar quotation/estimating software.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet production deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Generate estimates and quotes for processed goods from shop drawings, BOM and take-offs.
• Provide advice to both customers and internal stakeholders on processing capability and costs.
• Manage router processing requirements and ensure use of offcuts and batch plate to maximise profitability and minimise waste.
• Prepare and follow up customer quotes in a timely manner.
• Proactively assist customers with changes to sales orders, including changes to promised delivery dates.
• Provide timely and accurate order status information to customers.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Negotiation

Reading drawings

Manufacturing knowledge

Tools

AutoCAD

SigmaNEST

CNC programming

SAP/ERP

FastCAM QE

Job description

Job Description

BlueScope is an Australian-born global success story spanning 15 countries. Our team of over 16,500 people is our strength and we want our people to be safe, successful and well. We’re leaders and innovators in transforming steel into smart products and solutions that support society, today and in the future. We’re proud of brands, like COLORBOND ® steel that inspire and protect everything from hospitals to bridges and stadiums.

The Opportunity

BlueScope Distribution is looking for a Programmer to join the programming and estimation team based in Eagle Farm, QLD. BlueScope Distribution is a single-source provider of product, processing and service solutions in steel and aluminium product. The business supports customers in a variety of industries and works with them to help deliver projects on time and to specification. BlueScope Distribution supports its customers by helping them find the freedom to do what they do best.

As a Programmer, you'll play a key role in converting customer requirements and technical drawings into accurate machine programs and quotations, helping to ensure projects are delivered efficiently and to specification. Working closely with production and sales teams, you'll contribute to a safety-focused environment where quality, innovation, and customer service are at the forefront.

What Will You Do?

Your responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

• generate estimates and quotes for processed goods from shop drawings, BOM and take-offs
• provide advice to both customers and internal stakeholders on processing capability and costs
• manage router processing requirements and ensuring usage of all offcuts and batch plate and minimising waste and in turn maximising profitability
• prepare and follow up customer quotes in a timely manner
• proactively assist customers with advice on changes to sales orders, including changes to promised delivery dates
• provide timely and accurate order status information to customers

More About You

Key to your success is your outstanding customer service skills, high attention to detail, and your effective negotiation and influencing abilities. Experience in a similar programming role will be highly regarded, however, we are also open to applicants who have a strong customer service background with knowledge of Aluminium or Steel who are keen to learn.

You will also have the following:

• demonstrated experience in machine programming within a manufacturing, steel processing, or fabrication environment
• proficiency in AutoCAD, including the creation and interpretation of technical drawings and part specifications
• experience using SigmaNEST or similar nesting software for material optimisation and production efficiency
• hands-on experience programming CNC machinery, including Plasma, Router, Beamline, Oxy-Fuel, and Tube Laser equipment
• ability to read, interpret, and work from technical and engineering drawings
• working knowledge of SAP or similar enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems
• experience using FastCAM QE or similar quotation and estimating software
• strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet production deadlines

Why BlueScope

As we’re creating strength for the future through our people, products and solutions, BlueScope gives you opportunities to innovate, learn and grow with the business, supported by inclusive leadership and a positive, passionate team. At BlueScope, you’ll:

• Learn and develop as you grow. With opportunities tobuild skills specificto your role andaspirations,our lifelong learningculturewill support your future career pathways.
• Create innovative solutions. Seek better, smarter ways to solve problems, create sustainable solutions and make things happen.
• Experience connection and care. Experience a positive, inclusive work environment where we look out for each other’s safety and wellbeing.
• Deliver work that matters. Every action you take matters in delivering for our customers and strengthening communities for the future. We value what you do.

At BlueScope, we offer work-life flexibility through our B-flex program.

We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every employee feels respected and valued to be their authentic selves, and welcome people of all backgrounds, skills, experiences and perspectives.

We encourage Women and First Nations people to apply.

We’re passionate about driving sustainability outcomes that matter to our communities, including action on climate and our 2050 net zero goal.

Bring your energy and make your mark, as, together, we drive Our Purpose: “We create and inspire smart solutions in steel, to strengthen communities for the future.”

Come and discover us at www.bluescope.com/auscareers

Join us, creating strength for the future.

Applications close Sunday 30 August 2026