MANUAL MACHINIST

HA-AUSTRALIA

WE ARE HIRING IN AUSTRALIA: MACHINISTS
MANUAL/CONVENTIONAL MACHINES

We are seeking experienced Machinists – Manual/Conventional Machinists (Lathe & Milling)

🔑 Key Responsibilities:

  • Set up and operate conventional lathes, milling machines, and grinders safely and efficiently
  • Fabricate, repair, and modify precision metal parts according to engineering specifications
  • Read, interpret, and work from engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical schematics
  • Perform accurate measurements, tolerances, and quality inspections on completed components
  • Select appropriate tools, speeds, and feeds for machining tasks
  • Carry out routine maintenance and minor repairs on machines and tools
  • Ensure all work meets safety, quality, and industry standards
  • Collaborate with engineers, supervisors, and team members to complete projects on time

 

📌 Preferred Qualifications & Skills:

  • Proven experience as a manual or conventional machinist
  • Strong understanding of metalworking, machining techniques, and mechanical components
  • Skilled in precision measurement tools (micrometers, calipers, gauges)
  • Ability to troubleshoot machine and part issues

📜 Strict Requirements:

  • Minimum 28 years old
  • Physically fit and able to perform machining duties
  • At least 5 years of verifiable, consistent, hands-on experience operating lathes, milling machines, and conventional metalworking equipment
  • Strong proficiency in lathe and milling operations
  • Ability to read and work accurately from technical drawings, blueprints, and schematics
  • Trade qualification or certification in machining, metal trades, or related technical fields is preferred
  • Vocational or college-level education (minimum 1 year) is advantageous and may exempt candidates from English language proficiency tests (IELTS, TOEFL, PTE). Candidates without this education must complete an English language test
  • Overseas work experience is preferred but not required

SGS Human Resources Corporation | License no. DMW-233-LB-12292023-R For manpower pooling only. No fees in any form and/or purpose will be collected from the applicants. Beware of illegal recruiters & human traffickers.

To apply for this job please visit www.sgshumanresources.com.