CNC Machinist

Company Description

SGS Australia is a leading provider of Testing, Inspection, and Certification services, supporting multiple industries across the country with trusted expertise and technical excellence. Backed by SGS's global legacy of over 140 years, we operate one of the largest networks of accredited laboratories and field facilities in Australia, with a network of more than 50 offices and laboratories and over 1,400 employees across Australia. We are accredited by NATA and ISO 9001, ensuring our services meet both Australian and international standards.

Job Description

We're looking for a skilled CNC Machinist to join our team at SGS.

In this role, you'll carry out daily machining tasks on CNC and manually controlled machines, ensuring precision, quality, and safety in every job. You'll also work closely with operations and management while supporting the development of apprentices and shop personnel.

Your responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

• Perform machining tasks accurately, following engineering drawings and instructions.
• Train, mentor, and support apprentices and shop personnel.
• Ensure compliance with safe work practices and standard operating procedures.
• Maintain accurate daily records, including job cards, repair and inspection documentation, and quality reports.
• Undertake training and upskilling to meet client requirements.
• Assist in growing the business through client and project diversification.
• Report machine or equipment faults promptly to the Operations Team/OEM.
• Take care of gauges, measuring equipment, and company tools.
• Work shifts as required to meet operational needs.
• Identify and escalate any conflicts between procedures and safety requirements.

Qualifications

What we're looking for:

• Trade qualified with at least 5 years' experience operating and programming CNC and manual machining equipment.
• Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings with precision.
• Knowledge of different steel grades and machining characteristics.
• Excellent communication skills to work effectively with customers, suppliers, and colleagues.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing techniques (5S, waste elimination, continuous improvement).
• A flexible, customer-focused mindset, with the ability to adapt and deliver quality results.

Additional information

WHY WORK FOR SGS?

Working at SGS means joining an innovative, Global company. Here are some of the benefits to working for SGS.

•    As a company, we have embraced the shift to flexible work

•    Sustainability is embedded in our culture and the way we do business

•    Paid parental leave

•    Paid time for volunteering day and blood donations

•    Corporate health & wellbeing offers

•    Ongoing learning & development 

•    Career development opportunities (Nationally and Globally)

•    SGS Rewards: Our employee benefits platform with access to retail and online discounts and cashback

COME TO WORK AND BE 100% YOU

SGS Australia supports a diverse workforce, we encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures – including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the LGBTQI+ community and people living with disability. Providing employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people is an important part of our SGS Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP). We truly believe the diversity among us will continue to foster a strong, innovative, and forward-thinking workplace.

SGS Australia acknowledges and pays respect to the past, present and future Traditional Custodians and Elders of this nation and the continuation of cultural, spiritual, and educational practices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.