QinetiQ employs more than 8500 people in more than 50 locations around the world, offering our customers premier expertise in advice, services and creative technology-based products.
QinetiQ Australia, part of the global QinetiQ group, provides technological and scientific expertise to help customers protect and advance their vital interests. As an innovative science and technology company, we help solve some of our customers' most challenging problems. Our determination to deliver and improve today and anticipate and shape tomorrow, makes QinetiQ a very exciting, rewarding and respected place to work and learn.
We are currently looking for a Machinist/Fabricator to join our Integrated Engineering Services division based in Sydney.
This role will support and conduct fabrication, engineering and maintenance activities in accordance with contracts and customer driven requests. You will be responsible for:
Production work including:
Fabrication and MachiningRapid PrototypingDocumentation, Test and EvaluationAssociated Test EquipmentSafety Management SystemsOther equipment as directedMaintenance, support and management of workshop facility and technicians, including (but not limited to):
Calibration of support and test equipment.Facilities upkeep.Storekeeping.Logistics support (including asset procurement).Scope of work includes:
Precision Lathe and Mill machiningCNC Production – Hurco WinMax environmentWelding TIG & MIGMechanical AssemblyWaterjet OperationsBending, Rolling, Cutting in sheet metalGeneral Rapid Prototyping and production of small run high precision equipmentForklift, Inventory and Warehouse supportSupport functions to test and trial activities including occasional on-water test activitiesAs a Machinist/Fabricator, some other responsibilities will include:
Machine Maintenance, Commissioning, servicing and operationMachining and manufacturing to drawing specificationsAbility to interpret product requirements and implement solutions to suit.Calibration of test and measuring equipmentAssist with relevant Safety Activities including Risk Assessments, SWMS and JSEA for relevant tasksOperate in a cooperative environment with a wide range of skill sets and the willingness to learn and develop new skillsOperate safely within the workshop facility at EveleighParticipate within a high performance cultureAssist with delivering services to customers that enhance QinetiQ's reputation as a trusted provider and partnerCompliance with legislative, regulatory, QinetiQ Quality Management Systems, Employee Safety requirementsTo be successful in the role of Machinist/Fabricator, you will need to be working towards the following skills and experience:
Mechanical trade background or experience in working towards. This includes apprentices looking to start a trade or mid-term apprentices looking for a new challengeCertificate 3 or 4 in relevant Engineering Mechanical Trade (Desirable but not essential)Defence industry experience advantageousDemonstration of initiative, creativity, self-motivation and teamworkDemonstrated experience performing maintenance operations within a complex mechanical environment (desirable)High quality of work and attention to detailAbility to convert concepts and prototypes into a realistic end product within budget and time constraints (Desirable)CAD experience desired (Autodesk Inventor)Ability to translate formal and informal mechanical drawings and designsExperience operating within a quality management systemExperience working with mechanical engineersExperience in Manual Machinery e.g. Vertical Mill, Brake Press, Guillotine, Drilling, Rolling, welding, assembly (Highly regarded)Experience in Automated Production e.g. CNC Milling, Waterjet, laser, 3D printing etc. (Highly regarded)Candidates will need to be eligible to obtain an Australian Government Security Clearance. QinetiQ conducts pre-employment screening, including but not limited to identity verification and police checks, for all preferred candidates. Looking for an Employer with Benefits? At QinetiQ, our competitive remuneration and benefits package supports your evolving needs throughout your career. You'll share in the company's success, and be rewarded for your own. We'll invest in your professional development and provide an inclusive environment for you to succeed.
Some of our benefits include:
Individual Professional development allowanceFlexible workPurchased leave program & loyalty leaveUp to 18 weeks paid parental leaveAnnual incentive schemeComplimentary salary continuance insuranceAnnual volunteering leave with Operation Give BackRelaxed dress codeA full list of our employee benefits can be found here: https://www.qinetiq.com/en-au/careers/benefits As the defence industry in Australia grows, it is an exciting time to join QinetiQ. What the company looks like today will be different to that of tomorrow as we navigate an ever changing world. To innovate for our customers' advantage we value the need for diversity of thought in everything we do. We provide a flexible and inclusive environment where our people can bring their whole selves to work, meaningfully contribute and have equal opportunity to succeed. We actively seek applications from people who come from diverse backgrounds and experiences. Aligned with our Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Reconciliation Action Plan, we also encourage applications from women, veterans and First Nations people.
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