CNC Machinist - Toolroom

About the role

A well-established Australian toolmaking and precision engineering company is looking for an experienced CNC Machinist to join its toolroom team in Western Sydney. The role is full-time and on-site, producing high-quality mould tools and components to tight tolerances. Pay is competitive and negotiable by hour, with overtime available.

Key responsibilities

• Program, set up and operate 5-axis CNC machining centres for mould tool and precision component manufacture
• Interpret engineering drawings, CAD/CAM programmes and work instructions to deliver parts to specification
• Produce complex parts to tight tolerances with consistent surface finish
• Carry out first-off checks, in-process inspection and final inspection
• Optimise machining strategies and tooling to improve cycle times, quality and cost-efficiency
• Maintain machine tools, change tooling and perform routine maintenance
• Work with engineering, quality and production teams to troubleshoot issues and support continuous improvement
• Maintain production records and follow health and safety and quality procedures

Required profile

• Proven experience in precision engineering and machining of mould tools or similar high-precision components
• Experience programming and operating 5-axis machining centres; experience with Fanuc, Siemens or similar controls is an advantage
• Ideally experienced in CNC programming (G-code / CAM software) and able to turn CAD data into effective machining strategies
• Ability to work to tight tolerances and deliver consistent quality
• Knowledge of tooling, fixturing and machining best practices for mould and tool production
• Competent with a range of inspection equipment
• Relevant apprenticeship, technical qualification or equivalent experience in machining/precision engineering; formal CNC programming/CAM training is desirable
• Full, unrestricted and ongoing right to work in Australia

What we offer

• Competitive hourly rate reflecting skills and experience, with overtime opportunities
• Flexible start and finish times around core hours
• Training and development to support progression
• A safety-focused environment with challenging, high-spec projects