Assembly Mechanic

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The Assembly Mechanic is responsible for the completing mechanical build tasks for Vehicles and Subsystems to be built in the RDA production facility in Redbank (QLD). The main scope of this role is to complete the assembly tasks in first-run production in accordance with Manufacturing Instructions, Engineering Drawings, Quality Standards, and WH&S requirements.

As an Assembly Mechanic, you can anticipate some of your day-to-day tasks to include:

• Complete assembly tasks for the L400 Phase 2 Boxer vehicles and other vehicles in accordance with Manufacturing Instructions, Engineering Drawings, Quality Standards, and WH&S requirements;
• Rework assembly tasks include fitting protection plates, brackets and electronic subassemblies/ cables/ labels;
• Vehicle build tasks include all assembly tasks in the production sequence from hull to finished vehicle - this will include both mechanical and electrical tasks;
• Assist with vehicle movements within the facility in accordance with site rules and licensing requirements;
• Perform crane operation and lifting tasks in accordance with safe working instructions;
• Maintain the safe and efficient storage of required parts, tools and equipment in the workshop areas;
• Conduct self and work in accordance with company and site specific WH&S requirements; and
• Other duties and responsibilities that may be required as determined with your manager from time to time.

About your new team

This role will report to the Assembly Team Lead and will work alongside a team of Mechanics, Electricians and Production Workers. The Assembly Team forms part of the greater Production team, which includes Painters, Welders, the Prototype Shop, the Armour Shop and the Logistic Systems team. As RDA is continuing to expand, the Production team will continue to grow throughout 2025. This role will be based full time at our Military Vehicle Centre of Excellence in Redbank.

Taking Responsibility

Our values of Safety, Partnership, Openness, Respect and Trust (SPORT) supports our team members to create a workplace environment where our employees value each other, live up to their promises, communicate openly and work safely every day.

The experience and skillset best suited to this role includes:

• Certificate III in Heavy Diesel Mechanics or equivalent;
• Ability to read and interpret production drawings, manuals, and technical documents;
• A high level of self-motivation, initiative, the ability to work unsupervised and willingness to participate and contribute as part of a team;
• The ability to travel interstate or overseas if necessary for short training periods (infrequent);
• Eligibility to obtain an Australian Government Security Clearance (Australian Citizenship required).

What we offer you

• Long weekends every second week with a 9 day fortnight;
• Attractive remuneration packages with salary sacrificing and novated leases;
• Access to exclusive employee discounts with over 500 retailers to support cost of living;
• Individualised Flexible Working Arrangements;
• Market leading parental leave and loyalty leave accrual for every year of service;
• Extensive Employee Assistance Program to support you and your family with overall health and wellbeing;
• Genuine career development and progression opportunities;
• Generous internal incentive and referral program;
• Work as part of a team with real purpose in what we do;
• We are proud to be an Endorsed Employer for All Women with WORK180.

Our inclusive culture

Rheinmetall fosters a culture of equality, fairness, diversity and inclusion for all our employees and provides a safe and secure work environment where everyone can feel comfortable and supported to bring their unique self to work every day.

We know that when people from diverse backgrounds and different points of view work together, we create the most value - for our clients, our people and our community. If you do not think you quite meet all of the requirements of the position, we would still love to hear from you.

If you would like to know more information about how we are supporting our employees, you can view our policies and initiatives via our Work180 profile at

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Next steps

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Preferred candidates will be required to complete background checks including pre-employment verifications and national police checks.

A Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian Citizens to be eligible to obtain and maintain the appropriate clearance required.

International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role.

Further information regarding clearances found at

Applications close: 12 September 2025

Please note that we will not be accepting any recruitment agency applications for this role.

Questions

For further information about this opportunity, please contact RDA Talent Acquisition Team at and quote REF#AU02258.