
R.m.williams Bootmakers
2 weeks ago
**Position Summary**
We are seeking experienced boot makers to join our growing Production team at our **R.M.Williams Workshop in Salisbury, Adelaide.**
As part of our Footwear department, you will be responsible for supporting our Footwear department in producing quality leather boots and gaining an understanding of our products and processes.
Applicants will be required to be flexible with working hours. Two shifts (day shift and afternoon shift) with hours varying across **6:00am to 12:00am**.
**Key Responsibilities**
- Achieving production KPI’s
- Collaborating with the team
- Ensuring boots are made to correct specifications
- Following all safe work procedures
- Maintaining a clean working environment
- Visually inspecting products for quality
- Reporting all equipment issues to the supervisor or manager in a timely manner
- Undertaking general housekeeping duties
**Skills and Experience**
- 3 + years of boot making experience
- Certificate III in Leather Production or Footwear and 1 year of relevant work experience
- Experience in a production/manufacturing environment
- Experience in machines operations
- Have the ability to work in a team environment & follow directions
- Great attention to detail with a strong work ethic
- Be physically fit & motivated to undertake manual & repetitive tasks
- Be a dedicated worker, punctual and flexibility to do overtime when required
**What We Offer**
- 40% employee discount
- Monthly bonus scheme
- Paid parental leave
- Paid volunteer leave
- Exclusive private health partnership
- On-the-job training provided
- Long-term career opportunities
- As part of the selection process, applicants must be prepared to undergo a pre-employment medical examination, including functional, audiometric, vision, drug, and alcohol testing._
**About R.M.Williams**
Founded in 1932 by Reginald Murray (‘RM’) Williams in the Australian outback, R.M.Williams creates purposefully designed, beautiful footwear, craft and accessories for all of life’s adventures. Our iconic men’s and women’s leather boots and hand-plaited belts, handcrafted in our workshop in Adelaide, give a piece of Australian bush culture to passionate followers of superior products worldwide.
At R.M.Williams, we value diversity in our workforce and are committed to equal opportunity and providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at R.M.Williams are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, gender identity, national origin, or family or parental status. We will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent
**Salary**: $55,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
**Benefits**:
- Employee discount
- Referral program
Schedule:
- Afternoon shift
- Day shift
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Salisbury, SA 5106: Reliably commute or willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (required)
Application Question(s):
- Do you have Certificate III in Leather Production or Footwear and 1 year of relevant work experience? Yes or No.
**Experience**:
- Bootmaking: 3 years (required)
Work Location: One location