Machine Operator

**Company Description**
Thornton Engineering is a fully Australian-owned and operated company with over 30 years of experience. We are the market leader in the fabrication of medium and heavy structural steel, plate work, and process equipment, and as an essential service provider we offer continuity of employment including career development into leadership & management roles.

Currently, we are experiencing high growth and a long pipeline of contracted work and as such are looking to expand our experienced team to provide the ultimate quality and client satisfaction.

We are looking for machine operators to operate our CNC plate profilers, Saw cutting and drilling machines. You will be reporting to the workshop supervisor, and you will be responsible for operating machines, loading and unloading of infeed and outfeed beds, performing tolerance checks, and keeping a clean and safe workspace.

Prior experience is not required; however, the minimum expected qualities of any applicant are basic mechanical understanding, entry level computer skills, a positive work ethic, and a passion for steel fabrication. On-the-job training on Thornton Engineering’s equipment will be provided for all positions.
**Qualifications** The following high-risk work licenses and experience are desired (but not a necessity for this role)**
- Dogman (DG)
- Forklift (LF)
- Crane (CN)
- Skilled in operating power tools
- Current and valid driver's license

**Additional Information** What do you get in return?**
- Permanent full-time stable employment
- Competitive hourly rates, plus super, plus overtime
- Positions for day shift are available
- Immediate start & good onsite work culture

**Other benefits**
- Striving for ‘Zero Harm’ - safety-based culture
- Clean work environment
- We supply you with all required PPE
- We supply you with all tools you need
- We supply you with 5 sets of work clothes including laundry service