About the Opportunity
We are seeking a CNC Machinist to join our busy workshop, utilising your CNC programming and machining expertise to set, run and operate CNC machines across a diverse range of work.
This role offers genuine variety, technical challenge, and the opportunity to work on high-quality hydraulic components.
You will be comfortable working independently, achieving tight tolerances, and contributing to a safety-focused, high-performing team.
Why Swanson Industries
At Swanson Industries, we recognise that our people are key to our success. In return for your skills and commitment, we offer:
- 9-day fortnight – supporting work-life balance
- Consistent day shift hours: 5:30am – 2:30pm, Monday to Friday
- Attractive remuneration – because we believe your skills deserve it
- Career development opportunities – we promote from within wherever possible
- Employee benefits program, including salary packaging options, novated leasing and Fitness Passport
- 8 weeks paid parental leave (plus one week secondary carer leave)
- An inclusive culture with access to our Women’s Lead Network (if applicable)
- A strong focus on health and safety through our “Home Safely Every Day” program
- Internal mentoring and development support
Key Responsibilities
- Set up, program, operate and monitor CNC machines
- Create, edit and optimise CNC programs
- Operate Hartford Pro-1000AP CNC Mill and Doosan Puma 2600 CNC Lathe
- Achieve and maintain tight machining tolerances
- Interpret and work from engineering drawings and specifications
- Measure, inspect and verify components to quality standards
- Participate in toolbox talks and safety initiatives
- Complete clear and accurate reports and documentation
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- A relevant Trade qualification (essential)
- Demonstrated experience as a competent CNC Machinist
- Confidence operating CNC mills and lathes, including Hartford and Doosan equipment
- Previous experience machining hydraulic components (desirable)
- Strong ability to measure, inspect and work from samples (highly regarded)
- Attention to detail and a commitment to quality and safety
- Good communication skills and the ability to complete accurate documentation
About Us
Swanson Industries is a trusted Australian leader in hydraulic and pneumatic cylinder manufacturing, repair and system solutions.
With over 70 years of experience, we support a broad range of industries including mining, defence, marine, transport, energy and agriculture.
Swanson Industries is known for delivering high-quality, innovative solutions that optimise performance, reliability and uptime.
We are part of the Questas Group and are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, ensuring that everyone goes Home Safely Every Day.
If this sounds like the opportunity for you, we’d love to hear from you.
For enquiries: recruitment@questas.com.au
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