Winchester Australia is seeking an experienced and technically capable Gunsmith/Armourer to join our team at our Geelong Head Office.
This is a specialist opportunity to play a key role supporting customers, Sales teams and industry partners through high-quality gunsmithing, technical expertise and range support.
Why join us?
- Join a well-established organisation with more than 60 years of experience across the firearms, sporting and associated industries.
- Work with a globally recognised brand and international supply network.
- Enjoy a varied role combining gunsmithing, technical support, range operations and customer engagement.
- Work alongside experienced Sales, Customer Service, Military and Law Enforcement teams.
- Build your career and professional network through exposure to leading industry partners, armourers and gunsmiths.
- Be part of a supportive and collaborative workplace where safety, quality, compliance and customer service are highly valued.
Role Responsibilities:
- Perform warranty repairs, paid repairs, servicing, testing and other gunsmithing activities to a consistently high standard.
- Provide technical advice and support to Sales and Customer Service, helping deliver timely and practical customer outcomes.
- Maintain the gunsmith workshop and range to ensure a safe, clean, functional and professional environment.
- Provide range testing capability and technical support to Military and Law Enforcement customers.
- Develop strong working relationships with internal teams, brand partners and industry contacts.
- Manage relevant gunsmithing, ballistics and destruction-goods inventory, ensuring accurate stock control and processing.
- Maintain accurate records and ensure all work is captured within company systems.
- Ensure all activities comply with relevant legislation, company policies, quality standards and WHS requirements, while contributing to projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Undertake International travel to suppliers for technical training and skills development
Key Selection Criteria:
The successful person will ideally be able to demonstrate:
- Demonstrated experience in gunsmithing, firearm servicing and workshop activities, including the safe use of relevant machinery and equipment.
- Sound knowledge of applicable firearms legislation, trade requirements and Victorian regulations, together with a current and relevant firearms licence.
- Gunsmith / Armourer certification or a relevant equivalent trade qualification, such as Fitter & Turner.
- Previous experience within the firearms, shooting or associated industries.
- Strong communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills, with good computer literacy including Microsoft Office and business applications.
- A current driver's licence and a strong commitment to WHS, safety and compliance.
Qualifications:
The successful person will ideally be able to demonstrate:
- Demonstrated experience in gunsmithing, firearm servicing and workshop activities, including the safe use of relevant machinery and equipment.
- Sound knowledge of applicable firearms legislation, trade requirements and Victorian regulations, together with a current and relevant firearms licence.
- Gunsmith / Armourer certification or a relevant equivalent trade qualification, such as Fitter & Turner.
- Previous experience within the firearms, shooting or associated industries.
- Strong communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills, with good computer literacy including Microsoft Office and business applications.
- A current driver's licence and a strong commitment to WHS, safety and compliance.
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Contact Details:
Shooting Industry Foundation of Australia Recruitment Team
