Hamilton Engineering
Metal Machinist (First Class)
- Location
- Henderson WA 6166
- Employment type
- Full-time
- Salary
- $80,000 - $85,000
- Listing period
- Listed 05/11/2026 - 03/12/2026
We are looking for a Metal Machinist (First Class) to join our team.
About the company
Hamilton Engineering is a general engineering and fabrication company in Western Australia with 50 years of experience in the industry. The business handles projects from initial design through to fabrication, welding and machining, providing a full range of engineering services to its clients. Hamilton Engineering holds ISO 9001 quality accreditation.
About the role
The role will primarily focus on programmes and operates CNC lathes and mills to ensure the safe and efficient completion of CNC work within the department as well as undertake technical work to support the effective operation of the CNC Department.
Position details
- Location
- Henderson WA 6166
- Employment type
- Full-time
- Salary
- $80,000 - $85,000
Employment Responsibilities
- Report to the Leading Hand/Machining Manager
- Machine components to client requirements in an accurate and timely manner utilising CNC lathes and mills
- Programme various jobs/tasks utilising Solidworks software
- Receive daily instructions, job tasks and schedules from the Leading Hand/Machining Manager.
- Review job tasks/schedules to determine work specifications, required resources and delivery goals
- Determine job task tooling requirements and deliver purchase requisitions to the Leading Hand/Machining Manager
- Report low tooling stock to Production Manager for re-ordering
- Control job documentation and workshop drawings ensuring job tasks and inspections are signed and dated, and the job pack is returned to the office for processing
- Ensure all work is inspected at the determined intervals and report any non-conformance to the Leading Hand/Machining Manager
- Work a reasonable amount of overtime as and when required to help achieve client delivery dates
- Converse with HEC clients in a polite and professional manner
- Suggest improvements to CNC Department for maximising operational efficiency
- Embrace a safety culture, ensuring adherence to all safety and environmental policies and procedures
- Wear the appropriate safety clothing and equipment at all times.
Skills, experience and qualifications
- Certificate III including at least one year of relevant experience, or Certificate IV. At least 3 years of relevant experience may be accepted in place of the formal qualification.
- Strong relevant technical experience
- Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team
- Ability to understand and follow instructions
- Ability to understand and adhere to organisational policies and procedures
- Accurate attention to detail
- Problem-solving, decision-making and organising skills
- Ability to communicate effectively with others
- A working knowledge of health, safety and quality systems
Additional information
- Comply with all organisation policies, processes and procedures
- To always present professionally to work
- Support in development and implementation of company procedures and processes, where deemed necessary by top management
- Responsibility of their own health and safety at work
- Responsible to report workplace hazards where identified
- Wearing and using of personal protective equipment where necessary
- Maintaining focus on enhancing customer satisfaction
Benefits
- Competitive salary package
- Access to ongoing training and support
- Friendly work environment
- Ability to develop within the organisation
Sponsorship may be available to the right person.
Visit Hamilton EngineeringHow to apply: Apply via the online application form.