Metal Finishing – Aerospace & Defence

Are you confident using hand and power tools and take pride in producing high-quality work? Join AW Bell and help prepare precision cast components used in demanding aerospace and Defence applications. Due to continued growth, we’re looking for motivated, reliable people with a positive attitude to join our Aftercast team.

In this hands‑on role, you’ll use tools and equipment to clean, finish and prepare metal components to meet strict quality standards. You’ll join a supportive, experienced team that values safety, initiative and teamwork, with opportunities to learn specialised skills and develop a career in advanced manufacturing. This is a casual position offering full‑time hours, with strong potential to transition to permanent employment within the first six months.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, with relevant experience or a practical aptitude and willingness to learn. Afternoon shift: Monday to Friday, 2:30 pm–11:00 pm.

If you enjoy hands-on work, take pride in what you do and are keen to contribute, we’d love to hear from you.

What you'll be doing:

• Using grinders, linishers, sandblasters and other hand and power tools to clean, shape and finish stainless steel, aluminium and titanium castings.
• Inspecting components for imperfections and ensuring parts meet strict quality standards.
• Following safe work procedures and using PPE correctly.
• Working closely with other production teams to keep jobs moving through the factory efficiently.
• Meeting production targets while maintaining a strong focus on quality and workmanship.

This is hands‑on, physical work that suits someone who enjoys working with tools and takes pride in producing a quality finished product.

What you bring:

• A strong focus on safety.
• Experience using hand and power tools such as grinders, linishers or sandblasters.
• Experience working with metal products or in a manufacturing environment.
• Attention to detail and willingness to learn about AW Bell’s products and quality requirements.
• Reliability and a solid work ethic.
• The ability to work in a physical manufacturing environment.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• The ability to work well as part of a team.

People with backgrounds in panel beating, fabrication, mechanical work, construction, stone work or automotive hobbies often do well in this role. Experience in aerospace manufacturing is not required - we can teach the process. What matters most is attitude, reliability and willingness to learn.

Applications close on 26 November 2026. Strictly no agencies, please.

Disclaimer: We encourage women to apply for these positions. Research shows that women are less likely to apply for roles unless they meet every single requirement. If you are excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every aspect of the description we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.