Toolmaker

Mexx Engineering Pty Ltd; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Skills training at company expense

Semi-annual KPI appraisal

Performance-based bonus

Job summary

Mexx Engineering Pty Ltd on the Gold Coast is seeking a Toolmaker for its Factory department. The role is a full-time position with a salary range of AU$50,000–AU$60,000 plus super.

The candidate should have AQF qualifications and hands-on experience with workshop machines (manual/CNC), reading drawings, and strong safety focus. Responsibilities include tooling fabrication, machine setup, measurement to tight tolerances, and ensuring produced parts meet engineering specs.

Qualifications

• AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV.
• Minimum of 1-year experience in automation or manufacturing industry preferred but not essential.
• Strong experience in workshop machine operations (Manual or CNC).
• Previous experience with welding and cutting machine operation is highly beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Machine assembly, testing, commissioning and installation.
• Set up and operate machine tools for tooling fabrication.
• Study blueprints and drawings to determine operations and tolerances.
• Perform regular checks on equipment and maintain them in good condition.
• Measure and mark metal stock and castings to device dimensions and tolerances.
• Operate tools to shape metal and wood stock as required.
• Ensure manufactured articles meet engineering specifications and tolerances.

Skills

Toolmaking

Machine assembly

Reading drawings

Safety awareness

Independent work

Team work

Problem solving

Education

AQF Certificate III/IV

Job description

Toolmaker

Department: Factory

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $50,000 - $60,000 plus super

Benefits:

• Skills training at the company's expense
• Semi-annual KPI appraisal
• Performace-based commission and salary bonus

Award Classification: Manufacturing and Associated Industries and Occupations Award 2010 [MA000010]

Award Category: C8 - Engineering/manufacturing tradesperson -special class level I

ANZCO Code: ******

Work Eligibility: Able to work in Australia with no restriction

Purpose of the position:

• Press tool manufacturing experience
• Ability to read and interpret drawings
• Safety focused
• Great attitude and willingness to learn

Qualifications:

• AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV

Experience:

• Minimum of 1-year experience in automation or manufacturing industry preferred but not essential.
• Strong experience in workshop machine operations (Manual or CNC)
• Previous experience with welding and cutting machine operation is highly beneficial

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES:

Machine assembly, testing, commissioning and installation

• Ensure tools and parts meet engineering requirements, specifications and tolerances for dimension, shape, contour, location and coordination.
• Sets up and operates any machine tools as required in the fabrication of tooling to accomplish work assignments or operations.
• Study blueprints, drawings or engineering information to determine methods or sequences of the operations required.
• Perform regular checks on equipment and maintain them in good condition
• Studying drawings and specifications to determine dimensions and tolerances of articles to be manufactured and models to be constructed
• Measuring and marking out metal stock and castings using various gauges
• Shaping metal and wood stock using machine tools
• Checking accuracy of manufactured articles and finished patterns to fine tolerances, using precision measuring instruments
• Testing and modifying manufactured articles
• Applying protective finishes to patterns and painting pattern sections to indicate method of assembly
• Assembling pattern sections and shaping work pieces to specified finish
• Pouring and spreading materials into moulds and over models of patterns, and building laminations of fibreglass cloth and plastic resin to fabricate patterns
• Repairing broken and damaged patterns and correcting patterns to compensate for defects in casting
• Constructing templates for layout and inspection

PERSONAL SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES:

• Proven ability to work independently and with others in a vibrant, team-orientated environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and experience, with the ability to accurately and effectively convey information to clients at all levels
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills with the ability to manage and build relationships cross-culturally and at all levels, and rapidly establish rapport with internal and external stakeholders
• Self-motivated with a proactive and innovative approach to problem-solving
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment and the ability to prioritise workloads with competing demands
• Strong work ethic with prioritisation, time-management and deadline achievement skills
• Willingness and ability to adapt to a constantly changing work environment including technological changes
• Be able to work with minimal supervision.

DESIRABLE SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES:

• A current Australian Driver’s License
• Forklift or EWP licence
• Confined Space ticket advantageous
• First Aid Certificate