Metal Fabricator | Welder Class 2 | Experienced Trade Assistants

Job Description

Join a globally recognised business & work with our Mackay team.

Bridgestone Mining Solutions Australia (BMSA) is a market leader in the tyre & mining services industry. We are renowned for our global reputation for quality products, continuous improvement & cutting-edge application of technology.

Our mission: Serving Society with Superior Quality

We are seeking a Boilermaker / Metal Fabricator / Welder Class 2 or Trades Assistant to work as a Wheel Repairer.

Join our team to help ensure proactive and prompt rectification of damage or ‘wear and tear’ to the wheels of our customers.

The Benefits

  • Mon-Fri role, 38 hour week with potential overtime
  • Permanent full-time position - competitve salary
  • Career development within the global Bridgestone business
  • 5 days extra leave every year after 2 years of employment
  • An extra 5 days leave as a one off at each 5 year employment milestone
  • Health checks / free flu shots
  • Product discounts on Bridgestone Tyres
  • Additional benefits & staff discounts

The Role

  • Work to best practice & the service standards of BMSA & our customers
  • Diagnose/Identify & troubleshoot wheel damage
  • Ensure all equipment used on site meets operational requirements
  • Ensure that every wheel is inspected & complies to BMSA QMS after each process stage of repair
  • Ensure that any work task performed outside the identified Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS) be risk assessed & reviewed by an appropriate supervisor prior to commencing work required
  • Ensure all required documentation is accurately completed
  • Carry out all work with a ‘Safety First, Always’ attitude

About You - Essential

  • Appropriate experience or qualifications in welding/heavy fabrication
  • Forklift licence (LF) or ability to obtain
  • Strong commitment to safety of yourself & others
  • Fit & able to carry out manual labour requirements
  • Punctual, reliable & a team player with a can-do attitude
  • Looking for skills & career development
  • Current work rights in Australia

About You - Preferred

  • Additional qualifications or certificates such as handling hazardous materials, painting, borer operation, drill operation, grit blasting etc
  • Valid drivers licence (HR preferred)
  • Experience in the mining or related industries

Join our local team within a global leader & access product discounts, extra leave & training opportunities.

Apply today, immediate start.