+60d ago

Toolmaker

Mexx Engineering Arundel QLD 4214

Permanent Full time
Similar jobs pay ~$50k - $60k

Key points we found

  • Manufacture and assemble press tools and components
  • Ensure tools meet engineering specifications and tolerances
  • Work independently and collaboratively in a team environment

Toolmaker

Department: Factory

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $50,000 - $60,000 plus super 

Benefits:

  • Skills training at the company's expense
  • Semi-annual KPI appraisal
  • Performace-based commission and salary bonus

Award Classification: Manufacturing and Associated Industries and Occupations Award 2010 [MA000010]

Award Category:  C8 - Engineering/manufacturing tradesperson -special class level I

ANZCO Code: ******

Work Eligibility: Able to work in Australia with no restriction

Purpose of the position:

  • Press tool manufacturing experience
  • Ability to read and interpret drawings
  • Safety focused
  • Great attitude and willingness to learn

Qualifications:

  • AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV

 Experience:

  • Minimum of 1-year experience in automation or manufacturing industry preferred but not essential.
  • Strong experience in workshop machine operations (Manual or CNC)
  • Previous experience with welding and cutting machine operation is highly beneficial

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES:

Machine assembly, testing, commissioning and installation

  • Ensure tools and parts meet engineering requirements, specifications and tolerances for dimension, shape, contour, location and coordination.
  • Sets up and operates any machine tools as required in the fabrication of tooling to accomplish work assignments or operations.
  • Study blueprints, drawings or engineering information to determine methods or sequences of the operations required.
  • Perform regular checks on equipment and maintain them in good condition
  • Studying drawings and specifications to determine dimensions and tolerances of articles to be manufactured and models to be constructed
  • Measuring and marking out metal stock and castings using various gauges
  • Shaping metal and wood stock using machine tools
  • Checking accuracy of manufactured articles and finished patterns to fine tolerances, using precision measuring instruments
  • Testing and modifying manufactured articles
  • Applying protective finishes to patterns and painting pattern sections to indicate method of assembly
  • Assembling pattern sections and shaping work pieces to specified finish
  • Pouring and spreading materials into moulds and over models of patterns, and building laminations of fibreglass cloth and plastic resin to fabricate patterns
  • Repairing broken and damaged patterns and correcting patterns to compensate for defects in casting
  • Constructing templates for layout and inspection

PERSONAL SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES:

  • Proven ability to work independently and with others in a vibrant, team-orientated environment
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills and experience, with the ability to accurately and effectively convey information to clients at all levels
  • Demonstrated interpersonal skills with the ability to manage and build relationships cross-culturally and at all levels, and rapidly establish rapport with internal and external stakeholders
  • Self-motivated with a proactive and innovative approach to problem-solving
  • Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment and the ability to prioritise workloads with competing demands
  • Strong work ethic with prioritisation, time-management and deadline achievement skills
  • Willingness and ability to adapt to a constantly changing work environment including technological changes
  • Be able to work with minimal supervision.

DESIRABLE SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES:

  • A current Australian Driver’s License
  • Forklift or EWP licence
  • Confined Space ticket advantageous
  • First Aid Certificate

HOW TO APPLY?

  • Submit cover letter, current resume, and a 1-minute video detailing why we should consider your job application to ****************
  • Shortlisted applicants will be contacted directly

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Skills
Adaptable
Australian Drivers License
Blueprint reading
CNC machine operation
Commissioning
Confined Space Ticket
Cutting machine operation
Drawing interpretation
EWP Licence
First Aid Certificate
Forklift Licence
Installation
Machine Assembly
Metal shaping
Pattern construction
Precision measurement
Problem Solving
Safety Awareness
Self-motivation
Strong work ethic
Teamwork
Testing
Time management
Welding
Wood shaping
Workshop Machine Operations

Perks & benefits
Performance-based commission and salary bonus
Semi-annual KPI appraisal
Skills training at the companys expense

More details
Expiring date
26 Jun 2026
Date posted
22 Nov 2025
Category
Manufacturing, Production & Operations
Occupation
Molders, Carvers, Engravers & Potters
Contract type
Permanent
Work type
Full time
Job mode
Onsite / Standard business hours
Industry
Manufacturing
Sector
Privately held company
Desired education level
Diploma or associate's degree
Company size
51 to 200

Mexx Engineering

51 to 200
Company size
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