Toolmaker: CNC/Tooling Specialist with Training & Growth

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

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.