Tool Room Machinist: Precision Toolmaking & Repair

ProQuest Recruitment & Training; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9-day fortnight

Job summary

ProQuest Recruitment & Training in Spotswood (VIC) is seeking a tradesperson for a hands-on Tool Room role. You will manufacture, repair and maintain tooling, components and production equipment using manual lathes, milling machines and bench tools.

The role requires a trade qualification and solid experience in a tool room environment. Day shift, approx. 7:30am–3:30pm, with a potential 9-day fortnight and a competitive hourly rate.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification in Toolmaking, Fitting & Turning or equivalent.
• Proven experience in a tool room or machine shop.
• Hands-on experience with manual lathes, milling machines, bench grinders and drill presses.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Hands-on problem solving and mechanical repairs.

Responsibilities

• Operate conventional manual lathes and milling machines to manufacture and repair components.
• Perform precision bench fitting including filing, drilling, tapping and assembly.
• Interpret engineering drawings and work to tight tolerances.
• Manufacture, modify and maintain tooling, jigs, fixtures and production equipment.
• Carry out fault finding, repair and maintenance of mechanical components.
• Ensure all work is completed safely and to quality standards.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe tool room and work environment.

Skills

Manual lathes

Manual milling

Bench grinders

Drill presses

Bench fitting

Engineering drawings

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

Trade qualification in Toolmaking/Fitting/Turning

Tools

Welding

Jig & fixture design

Tooling maintenance

Job description

ProQuest Recruitment & Training in Spotswood (VIC) is seeking a tradesperson for a hands-on Tool Room role. You will manufacture, repair and maintain tooling, components and production equipment using manual lathes, milling machines and bench tools.

The role requires a trade qualification and solid experience in a tool room environment. Day shift, approx. 7:30am–3:30pm, with a potential 9-day fortnight and a competitive hourly rate.