About the Opportunity: Join a specialised, close-knit team in Rydalmere manufacturing underwater ship systems for the defence sector. This hands-on role offers competitive pay at $41.41/hr + super, early 2:00 PM finishes and ongoing career stability in a high-tech industry.
- First-Rate Pay: Earn $41.41/hr + super with penalty rates and paid overtime opportunities to boost your earnings.
- Work-Life Balance: Enjoy standard day shifts from 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM, leaving your afternoons completely free.
- Industry Stability: Gain valuable ongoing experience within the essential and growing defence manufacturing sector.
- Great Culture: Work alongside a supportive, collaborative and highly skilled workshop team daily.
Duties:
- Material Preparation: Accurately weigh raw materials, blend/mix compounds and dilute substances according to strict formulas.
- Equipment Operation: Run machinery via programmed control panels, manage press controls and load materials into ball mills.
- Oven Operation: Safely load and unload production trays containing raw materials into industrial heating ovens.
- Manual Handling: Lift, hold, tip and transfer processing trays weighing up to 15kg around the workshop.
- Documentation: Maintain clear, precise batch records and logs throughout each manufacturing stage to ensure quality.
- Safety & Compliance: Adhere to strict safety guidelines and handle industrial chemical substances in line with workplace protocols.
Skills & Experience:
- A relevant mechanical trade certificate or strong background in a workshop or production environment.
- Proven experience in operating machinery, chemical handling, and raw material processing.
- Ability to follow batch records accurately, manage time well, and perform manual lifting safely.
- A proactive, safety-first mindset with strong attention to detail.
- Ability to pass a Pre-Employment Physical Assessment, including lifting up to 15kg.
Eligibility & Clearances: Please Note: Applicants must hold Australian Citizenship or Permanent Residency and be eligible to obtain and maintain a National Police Clearance and Defence Security Clearance.
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Material & Chemical Technician in Sydney employer: Randstad NV
Randstad is an exceptional employer, recognised as a Great Place to Work and a Forbes World's Best Employer, fostering a culture of collective growth and success. Located in Canberra, our team thrives in a supportive environment that prioritises employee development, offering clear career advancement pathways, competitive compensation, and unique benefits such as extra leave for service and wellness programs. Join us to be part of a close-knit, goal-oriented team that values ambition and inclusivity while making a meaningful impact in the recruitment industry.
