Hosemaker / Trade Assistant / Labourer
Weir Minerals
Townsville
Onsite
Purpose of Role:
Weir Minerals
Townsville
Onsite
Purpose of Role:
In this role, you will learn the processes from start to finish on how to manufacture industrial hoses from 50mm up to 700mm in diameter and as long as 10m in length. These hoses are used in various mining applications across Australia and worldwide.
From learning the products used to make the hoses, to building the hoses, which fittings to add, right through to the completed product ready to send out to our clients. A role that you can at the end of the day say – “I made that”.
A fantastic opportunity for anyone who is looking to further develop themselves and acquire a new set of skills.
Great starting rate into manufacturing
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$67,044.26 base salary or $33.89 per hour plus 12% superannuation
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Day & Afternoon shifts, 8-10hr shifts
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Overtime available and flexibility on hours
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4 weeks annual leave
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Full on-the-job training
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Option to complete Cert I in Manufacturing
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Full-time position, with long-term job security
Key Responsibilities:
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Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world class safety culture.
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Building hoses to the required specifications, in a safe and timely manner.
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Correct selection of materials to carry out work, including mandrels, metalwork and raw materials.
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Safe use of tools and machinery and ensuring their maintenance and upkeep remains to a high standard.
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Communicating any identified areas of improvement in the hose building process.
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Understanding of specifications, being able to read and interpret specification sheets, drawings and dimensions.
To be successful in this role you will have:
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A completed Trade Certificate with transferable skills is desirable, but non-essential
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Previous experience in a manufacturing or factory environment will be highly regarded
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Have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
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An ability to follow specific work instructions, with a keen eye for detail and quality of work.
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Have a strong safety mindset
Why choose Weir:
Be part of a global organization dedicated to building a better future: At Weir, the growing world depends on us. It depends on us constantly reinventing, quickly adapting and continually finding better, faster, more sustainable ways to access the resources it needs to thrive. And it depends on each of us doing the best work of our lives. It’s a big challenge – but it is exciting.
An opportunity to grow your own way: Everything moves fast in the dynamic world of Weir. This creates opportunities for us to take on new challenges, explore new areas, learn, progress and excel. Best of all, there is no set path that our people must take. Instead, everyone is given the support and freedom to tailor-make their own career and do the best work of their lives.
Feel empowered to be yourself and belong: Weir is a welcoming, inclusive place, where each individual’s contribution is recognized and all employees are encouraged to innovate, collaborate and be themselves. We continually focus on people and their wellbeing. We believe in fairness and choose to be honest, transparent and authentic in everything we do.
Founded in 1871, Weir is a world leading engineering business with a purpose to make mining operations smarter, more efficient and sustainable. Thanks to Weir’s technology, our customers can produce essential metals and minerals using less energy, water and waste at lower cost. With the increasing need for metals and minerals for climate change solutions, Weir colleagues are playing their part in powering a low carbon future. We are a global family of 11,000 uniquely talented people in over 60 counties, inspiring each other to do the best work of our lives.
Weir is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status.
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