Rail Fabrication Assembler – Day Shift (Casual)

Haynes People; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 57,000 - 81,000; Part time

Job summary

Haynes People is seeking experienced Assemblers to join our client in Ooralea, Mackay. This casual ongoing role offers hands-on work, supportive team, and potential to transition to permanent employment.

Pay rate is $49.74 per hour plus penalties, with a Monday–Friday roster and standard shifts. You’ll assemble components, read drawings, and operate production equipment in a safety‑driven, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing, assembly, fabrication or industrial labouring environments.
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, grinders and production equipment.
• Ability to perform physically demanding and repetitive tasks.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Assemble metal and non-metal components used in rail infrastructure, using hand and power tools.
• Perform fabrication, soldering and brazing activities.
• Read and interpret technical drawings and work instructions.
• Use measuring equipment to ensure accuracy and quality standards.
• Operate production equipment safely and efficiently.
• Contribute to team productivity targets and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised work environment.

Skills

Hand tools

Power tools

Grinders

Read drawings

Mechanical aptitude

Tools

Production equipment

Job description

Haynes People is seeking experienced Assemblers to join our client in Ooralea, Mackay. This casual ongoing role offers hands-on work, supportive team, and potential to transition to permanent employment.

Pay rate is $49.74 per hour plus penalties, with a Monday–Friday roster and standard shifts. You’ll assemble components, read drawings, and operate production equipment in a safety‑driven, collaborative environment.