Production Assembler

Elphinstone Pty Ltd is an authorised Caterpillar OEM and a leading manufacturer of quality products for the global underground and surface mining industries.  In addition, Elphinstone offers niche manufacturing and engineering support in the transport and utilities sectors.

Elphinstone has more than 45 years of experience in modifying and manufacturing of underground mining vehicles and currently employs 200+ highly skilled people.

The product range includes specialised underground support vehicles and surface mining solutions, including extended-distance off-highway haulage trucks and water tanks to suit Caterpillar articulated trucks.

The Elphinstone range of underground support vehicles includes agitators, scissor lifts, delivery trucks, flat decks, fuel and lube trucks, water cannons, water tanks, motor graders and other specialised support equipment.

The existing range of products combine practical design, the latest technology and quality manufacturing to ensure each machine is safe, reliable, productive, ergonomic, and easy to service, maintain and re-build.

We have a development opportunity for individuals considering joining our team  as a Production Assembler to produce high-quality Electrical Harnesses for our own internal products and external customers throughout Australia and overseas.

About the Role

As a Production Assembler, you'll arrange groups of wires into a single unit with various terminals and connectors attached. These harnesses are critical to delivering electrical signals within machinery.

No prior experience? On-the-job training will be provided.

Key responsibilities:

• Build and assemble electrical harnesses to specification.
• Read and interpret wiring diagrams and schematics.
• Ensure harness build time targets are achieved consistently.
• Work with harness testers to resolve any quality issues identified.
• Assist in identifying and updating incorrect build documentation.

About You

We are looking for individuals who can work to timeframes efficiently and safely and take pride in their work. You will also demonstrate integrity, respect, teamwork and ownership.

This role may suit a person seeking a job change or entering the workforce. Part-time hours may be considered, including school hours.

Desired Skills and Attributes

• A positive, can-do attitude and problem-solving mindset.
• Previous experience in harness building, wiring, or a similar hands-on role (advantageous but not essential – we'll train the right person)
• Willingness, and disciplined approach, to follow standard work instructions.
• Ensure all work is carried out according to the Company's standards and in a professional manner

Why you'll love working for us:

• Flexible employment arrangements that suit you and your family
• Opportunities for personal and professional development
• A dynamic, friendly team environment where your contribution matters
• On the job training and ongoing support
• Career advancement opportunities

At Elphinstone, our most important asset is our people. Every team member has a voice and contributes to our success. We take pride in creating an innovative, collaborative, and open culture where all staff are respected, empowered, and valued.

Our people are talented and live by our values of Respect, Teamwork, Integrity, Excellence, Ownership, and Initiative in every action of the day. Despite individual differences, we are one company united by these values that define us as people.

How to Apply

If you would like to be considered for joining our team as a Production Assembler, please apply now via Seek with a current resume supplied. A cover letter is not required, but it may be advantageous.

Additional Information

Right-to-work identification, e.g. driver's licence, birth certificate, passport and/or visa, will be required if shortlisted. In addition, as part of the recruitment process, you may be required to undertake a pre-employment medical, which will include a drug and alcohol screening.

Applications close Wednesday 15 October 2025.

Please be mindful that published closing dates are estimates only as we aim to fill vacancies as quickly as possible. The advert may close as soon as we have found the right candidates, so we encourage interested applicants to apply as early as possible.

Elphinstone Pty Ltd is an equal-opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.