Sheet Metal Worker

MAAS Group; Newcastle City Council; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Family-focused hours

Employee benefits platform

Long-term growth

Monthly values awards

Supportive workshop team

Job summary

JLE Manufacturing & Hire in Newcastle, NSW is seeking a skilled Sheet Metal Worker to join our stable workshop team. You will read drawings, set up materials, fabricate and assemble components, and help with installation and repairs.

The role rewards safety, quality, and long-term growth within Maas Group Holdings. A trade qualification and practical experience in sheet metal fabrication are essential, with a focus on teamwork.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Engineering – Fabrication or equivalent trade qualification.
• Demonstrated sheet metal fabrication experience in a workshop environment.
• Current Drivers Licence and White card.
• Strong commitment to WHS and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret drawings, job cards and specifications to determine fabrication needs.
• Measure, mark out and set up sheet metal materials for production.
• Fabricate and assemble components for projects, hire assets and repairs.
• Operate fabrication machinery safely within training and limits.
• Perform quality checks to ensure conformance to specifications.
• Finish products by grinding, filing, sanding and surface preparation.
• Support site installation and service activities when required.

Skills

Sheet metal fabrication

Workshop fabrication

Reading drawings

Education

Certificate III in Engineering – Fabrication

Certificate III Boilermaker – Fabrication

Sheet Metal trade qualification

Tools

Fabrication machinery operation

Job description

We are seeking a skilled Sheet Metal Worker to join our manufacturing team in Newcastle, New South Wales. This permanent, full-time position is essential for producing high-quality metal components that meet our clients’ specifications. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in sheet metal fabrication and a commitment to safety and quality standards, contributing to our reputation for excellence in the industry.

Key responsibilities include:

• Read and interpret drawings, sketches, job cards, work instructions and specifications to determine material, equipment and fabrication requirements.
• Measure, mark out and set up sheet metal materials used by JLE Manufacturing & Hire.
• Fabricate and assemble components for JLE manufacturing, hire equipment, project works, repairs and modifications.
• Operate machinery and equipment safely where trained and authorised.
• Complete accurate measurement and quality checks to ensure finished work meets JLE standards, customer requirements and job specifications.
• Finish fabricated products by grinding, filing, sanding, polishing, cleaning and preparing surfaces for coating, delivery, hire use or installation.
• Assist with workshop fit-out, assembly, maintenance, repair, modification and preparation of fabricated items and hire assets as required.
• Support site installation, service and repair activities when required, following JLE site requirements and customer procedures.
• Report material shortages, equipment faults, quality concerns, hazards and production issues to the Workshop Manager, Supervisor or relevant JLE representative.

Why make the move?

Join a stable workshop environment with consistent production work and competitive rewards.

Benefits include:

• Competitive remunerationpackage.
• Family-focused hourssupporting work-life balance.
• Employee benefits platformwith retail, healthcare, gym, and novated leasing discounts.
• Long-term growth potentialwithin JLE Group and Maas Group Holdings.
• Monthly values awardsand employee recognition.
• Supportive workshop team environment.

What you'll bring

• Certificate III in Engineering – Fabrication Trade, Certificate III Boilermaker – Fabrication, Sheet Metal trade qualification, or equivalent recognised trade experience.
• Demonstrated experience in sheet metal fabrication, workshop fabrication or a related metal manufacturing environment.
• Current Drivers Licence
• White card
• Ability to safely operate relevant fabrication tools and machinery within training and authorisation limits.
• Sound understanding of workplace health and safety requirements in a manufacturing or workshop environment.
• First Aid.
• Experience working in a manufacturing, hire, mining, industrial, electrical infrastructure or project fabrication environment.

About JLE Manufacturing & Hire

Established in 2004 and now part ofMaas Group Holdings,JLE Groupspecialises in producing and renting high-quality electrical equipment that powers construction, mining, and tunnelling projects across Australia.

For skilled Sheet Metal workers, we offer consistent work in modern facilities, cutting-edge equipment, and career stability backed by a secure project pipeline. Our focus on quality, safety, and innovation creates real opportunities within a collaborative manufacturing team.

For more information, please contact**@maasgroup.com.au