Job title
Production Operator
Job highlights
• Progressive pay structure - tiered increases at 6 and 12 months
• 8-hour shifts, day and afternoon rosters available
• Opportunity for overtime and weekend work during busy periods
• Paid Breaks


About our client
Our client is a leader in advanced mineral processing and manufacturing technology, delivering world-class equipment and engineering services for global mining and refining operations. Based in Townsville, their purpose-built facility focuses on precision fabrication, repair, and maintenance of critical equipment components used in large-scale mineral refining processes. With a strong reputation for innovation and quality, the team offers a safe, inclusive, and rewarding workplace with long-term employment opportunities and on-the-job development.

What you'll do
As a Production Operator , you'll be an essential part of the workshop or production floor, working across key areas including Fabrication, Plate Repair, and Technology Operations.
Your duties may include:
• Operating machinery and mechanical lifting aids to prepare, process, and package metal plates
• Assisting with fabrication, plate repair, and component assembly
• Inspecting, aligning, and testing plates using hand tools and gauges
• Manual handling and team lifting of metal components (up to approx. 30kg)
• Operating control panels, conveyors, grinders, and other workshop equipment
• Basic housekeeping and maintaining a clean, safe work environment
• Forklift operation (if licenced) and assisting with workshop logistics
What you'll need
• Previous experience in a production, manufacturing, or workshop environment
• Strong commitment to safety and teamwork
• Forklift licence - preferred but not essential
• Physically fit and able to perform manual handling duties
Benefits
• Starting rate of $33.67 per hour, plus penalties and super
• Tiered pay progression after 6 and 12 months of continuous service
• Day and afternoon shifts available - 8 hours per day minimum
• Plate Repair crews: 4 days on, 3 days off roster
• Paid Breaks
• Overtime and weekend opportunities during peak periods
• Long-term employment opportunities with a stable, well-established industry leader
• Supportive and safety-focused team environment
• Potential for career progression and permanent opportunities
How to apply
Click here to apply now. Contact Finley Grunske at Finley.Grunske@awx.com.au or 0408 755 756 to find out more. If this role isn't what you're after, check out AWX's other roles at awx.com.au.
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AWX is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
AWX is an Australia-wide labour hire and recruitment company backed by 20 years of expertise. We offer flexible, short and long-term employment solutions spanning across industries including construction and civil, mining, food processing, manufacturing and landscaping. Our team of experienced and passionate recruitment specialists are committed to partnering with both clients and candidates to find the right job or candidate. AWX is backed by PeopleIN, the largest ASX-listed talent solutions company in Australia and New Zealand.