Steel Machine Operator

  • Pinkenba
  • Permanent
  • Fri Mar 13 05:21:42 2026
  • 74340

Steel Machine Operator | $33ph | Day Shift 5:00am – 1:30pm

We are currently seeking a reliable and motivated Steel Machine Operator to join a busy manufacturing team on a permanent day shift roster (5:00am – 1:30pm).

This is a great opportunity for someone with manufacturing or production experience who enjoys hands-on work and being part of a team that values safety, reliability and a strong work ethic. While steel or reinforcing experience is highly regarded, it is not essential as full training will be provided on specialised equipment.

What’s on offer

  • $33 per hour
  • Consistent day shift – 5:00am to 1:30pm
  • Ongoing stable work
  • Training provided on specialised steel machinery
  • Supportive, safety-focused team environment

A typical day may include

  • Operating steel processing machinery including Nextra, TJK, Shearline, Robo, Manual Bender and Manual Cutter
  • Loading and handling raw steel materials
  • Moving materials and finished product using a forklift and overhead gantry crane
  • Completing machine changeovers and equipment setup
  • Conducting pre-start checks to ensure safety and quality standards are met
  • Meeting daily production targets in line with the production schedule
  • Completing basic production reporting
  • Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives
  • Following all site safety and OH&S procedures

What we’re looking for

  • Current Forklift Licence (essential)
  • Previous experience in manufacturing, production, steel, fabrication or a similar environment highly regarded
  • Gantry crane experience (highly regarded but not essential – training provided)
  • Strong work ethic and reliable attendance
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment
  • A positive attitude and team-first approach
  • Commitment to workplace safety and quality standards

Who this role suits

This role suits someone who enjoys hands-on work, takes pride in meeting production targets, and wants to build long-term skills within the manufacturing industry.

This is a physical role working with steel in a manufacturing environment, requiring lifting, standing for long periods and working around heavy materials.

If you’re reliable, safety-focused and ready to get stuck into a stable manufacturing role, we encourage you to apply.