Trade Qualified Fitter & Turner (Machinist)

H.E.M.E. Pty Ltd; Emerald; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

H.E.M.E. Pty Ltd in Emerald, Queensland is seeking an experienced Machinist to join our busy engineering team. This hands-on role involves producing high-quality components using manual lathes, mills and drilling equipment, with a strong focus on accuracy and safety.

You will interpret drawings, set up and operate machines, and contribute to continuous improvement within a culture committed to ZERO HARM and reliable delivery to our diverse customer base.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification as a Machinist required.
• Experience with manual lathes, mills, drills and borers.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Experience in a machining environment and a strong work ethic.
• Current Australian Driver's Licence is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture high-quality components using manual and basic CNC machines.
• Interpret drawings and set up machines for production.
• Maintain precision and quality against specifications.
• Contribute to a safe and efficient shop floor culture.

Skills

Manual lathe experience

Milling experience

Drilling experience

Machining centres

Interpret drawings

CNC lathe (desirable)

Strong work ethic

Reliability

Education

Trade qualifications as a Machinist

Tools

Manual lathe

Milling machine

Drill press

Machining centres

Job description

Join a Great Team with a Strong Safety Culture!

We’re looking for an experienced Machinist to join our busy and reputable Engineering business based in Emerald, QLD. We offer competitive pay, excellent working conditions.

This is a hands‑on role where you’ll be involved in the manufacture of high-quality, value-added components for our diverse and growing customer base. As a key part of our team, you’ll work with precision equipment to ensure our products meet the highest standards of quality.

We take safety seriously—our goal is ZERO HARM, and we’re committed to continually improving our occupational health and safety systems. We foster a positive safety culture, and we expect all our staff to contribute to maintaining this.

What We’re Looking For:

The ideal candidate will have:

• Trade Qualifications as a Machinist


• Proven experience using manual lathes, mills, drills, borers, and machining centres


• Strong interpretation of technical drawings


• Experience in a similar role within a machining environment


• Current Australian Driver's License


• A solid work ethic and proven history of reliability


• CNC Lathe experience is desirable but not essential

Our Recruitment Process:

To ensure we find the right fit, our recruitment process includes:

1. Initial Short Interview to assess suitability


2. Face-to-Face Interview


3. Background & Reference Checking

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay rates


• Great working conditionsin a supportive, team-oriented environment


• Opportunities to grow and advance within a reputable company