Qualified Machinist

Collier & Miller; Griffith; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Collier & Miller in Griffith, NSW, Australia, is seeking an experienced Qualified Machinist to join our engineering team. You will manufacture precision components, repair machinery and tackle diverse engineering projects in a modern workshop.

You’ll operate lathes, milling machines and drilling equipment, read drawings, measure to tight tolerances and diagnose faults in hydraulic systems and motors, supporting apprentices and maintaining safety in a busy workshop.

Qualifications

• Experience operating lathes, milling machines and other machining equipment
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings
• Strong measuring skills and attention to detail
• Practical mechanical knowledge and fault-finding ability
• Good problem-solving and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Reliable, self-motivated approach to getting the job done
• Commitment to quality workmanship and workplace safety

Responsibilities

• Manufacturing new and customised components using lathes, milling machines and drilling equipment
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications
• Measuring, machining and finishing components to required specifications and tolerances
• Diagnosing faults and carrying out repairs to hydraulic cylinders, motors and associated components
• Working on custom machining, maintenance and repair projects
• Using and maintaining workshop machinery, tools and equipment safely and effectively
• Supporting apprentices and junior team members where required
• Maintaining a clean, organised and safe work environment

Skills

Reading drawings

Measuring

Attention to detail

Mechanical knowledge

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Safety-conscious

Education

Trade qualifications in fitting and machining or related engineering trade

Tools

Lathe operation

Milling machine

Drilling equipment

Job description

Know your way around a lathe? Put your skills to work at Collier & Miller.

Full-time role with an established local engineering business

Work on precision components, machinery repairs and custom engineering projects

Modern workshop facilities and a wide variety of work

Competitive remuneration based on experience and skills

Collier & Miller is looking for an experienced Qualified Machinist to join our engineering team in Griffith.

You'll work alongside experienced tradespeople, manufacturing precision components, repairing machinery and solving practical engineering challenges for agriculture and industry.

From one-off custom parts to complex repairs, this is an opportunity to put your trade skills to work on a wide variety of projects.

What You'll Be Doing

Working in our busy workshop, your responsibilities will include:

• Manufacturing new and customised components using lathes, milling machines and drilling equipment
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications
• Measuring, machining and finishing components to required specifications and tolerances
• Diagnosing faults and carrying out repairs to hydraulic cylinders, motors and associated components
• Working on custom machining, maintenance and repair projects
• Using and maintaining workshop machinery, tools and equipment safely and effectively
• Supporting apprentices and junior team members where required
• Maintaining a clean, organised and safe work environment

What We're Looking For

We're looking for an experienced, capable and reliable tradesperson who enjoys problem-solving, takes pride in precision work and knows the importance of getting the details right.

You'll ideally bring:

• Relevant trade qualifications in fitting and machining or a related engineering trade
• Experience operating lathes, milling machines and other machining equipment
• The ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Strong measuring skills and attention to detail
• Practical mechanical knowledge and fault-finding ability
• Good problem-solving and communication skills
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team
• A reliable, self-motivated approach to getting the job done
• A commitment to quality workmanship and workplace safety

You’ll also need to:

• Be physically capable of performing the manual tasks associated with the role
• Pass a pre-employment physical and drug and alcohol test
• Be available to work overtime as required

Why Collier & Miller?

Collier & Miller has been designing, manufacturing and repairing agricultural machinery and equipment in Griffith for generations.

Our modern 14,600m² engineering workshop is home to more than 90 engineers, tradespeople and apprentices, producing quality machinery, precision components and custom engineering solutions for agriculture and industry.

As part of our team, you'll enjoy:

• Stable, full-time employment with a locally owned business established in 1946
• An experienced, supportive team that takes pride in quality workmanship
• Competitive remuneration based on your skills and experience
• Opportunities to develop your skills and take on new challenges

Ready to Join the Team?

If you're a qualified machinist who enjoys hands-on work, solving problems and producing quality components, we'd like to hear from you.