Job Description

About Us

Emergex Manufacturing provides end-to-end industrial design, engineering and fabrication services. We offer a seamless customer experience, taking projects from concept to design, prototype, manufacture and delivery of a novel product.

Being part of Emergent Group Australia provides Emergex with the backing, resources, and career opportunities of a national group, while still offering a close-knit, specialist team environment.

About The Role

We are seeking a Manufacturing Technician / Workshop Assistant to join our growing team. This is a hands-on role ideally suited to an experienced tradesperson, fitter, automotive technician, auto electrician, mechanical assembler, or workshop professional. If you have a keen eye for detail and take pride in producing precise and high-quality work in an organised and tidy manner, we want to hear from you.

Working within our manufacturing workshop, you will be involved in the assembly of advanced industrial solar trailer systems and associated equipment. The role includes:

• Mechanical assembly and fitting of fabricated components and assemblies
• Installation and mounting of equipment, hardware and accessories
• Basic electrical assembly and installation of extra-low-voltage automotive-style components and cabling
• Use of hand tools, power tools and measuring equipment
• Following structured assembly procedures and quality requirements
• Maintaining a safe, organised and efficient work area
• Contributing to a high-quality fit, finish and presentation of finished products

About You

You may come from a manufacturing, mechanical, automotive, fabrication or workshop background. You will enjoy practical, hands-on work and thrive working with a small team, and confident to work independently for periods of time.

Requirements

Essential Criteria

• Experience in a manufacturing, mechanical, automotive or auto-electrical workshop environment
• Ability to confidently use hand tools, power tools and measuring equipment
• Strong attention to detail and pride in workmanship
• Ability to follow documented procedures and assembly instructions
• A commitment to workplace safety and quality standards
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Reliable, organised and self-motivated

Desirable Experience

• Trade qualification or relevant industry experience
• Mechanical fitting, automotive fitting or auto-electrical experience
• Basic lifting and rigging experience
• Forklift licence (advantageous but not essential)

Physical Requirements

This role involves:

• Standing and working on your feet for extended periods
• Manual handling of components and assemblies
• Bending, kneeling, reaching and working from low-level platforms
• Lifting and positioning components safely in accordance with workshop procedures

About the Role

Reports To Operations Manager
Location Emergent Group Manufacturing Facility - Mayfield West NSW 2304
Position type: Permanent and flexible - will consider part time and full time applicants
Salary package includes superannuation, generous income protection insurance and wellness vouchers.

Benefits

The wellbeing of our people is our highest priority. At Emergent Group, we've designed our employee benefits to support the wellbeing, lifestyle and career goals of our people, across our member companies.

• Wellbeing vouchers every year – for gym or swimming pool membership, fitness equipment or relaxation therapies to help you stay healthy and energised.
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your immediate family to help you maintain your emotional and psychological wellbeing.
• Opportunity to earn $2500 when we hire someone you recommend via our Referral Program.

To Apply

If you have the legal right to live and work in Australia, and want to be part of our workshop team, apply now.

We are a responsive employer. We appreciate the time and effort it takes to prepare and submit your application, and in return we carefully consider and provide responses to each and every applicant. We don’t just contact the short-listed candidates, or leave you wondering. If you are not suitable for this role, we will keep your details on file for future roles.

We are proud to be a Veteran Employer of Choice and encourage veterans to apply.