Job title: CNC Machinist - Adelaide.
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Oil and Gas
Salary type: Annual
Salary: negotiable
Location: Wingfield, SA
Job published: 22/08/2025
Job ID: 35832

Job Description

Mergent Group, a 100% Australian-owned and operated recruitment and labour hire services team, has been proudly recognised as Australia's best Industrial Recruiter for 2023 and nominated for AFR fast 100 list two years in a row. 

Mergent Group is thrilled to partner with a globally recognised leader in downhole drilling design and manufacturing. If you have a solid machining background and are looking to join a supportive, growing company, this is an amazing opportunity you won’t want to miss!

About the Role: 

  • Location: North Adelaide

  • Employment Type: Full-time

  • Overtime: Available 

Key Responsibilities: 

  • Mentor and train apprentices and workshop staff

  • Communicate effectively with team members, suppliers, and customers

  • Operate CNC and manual machines in line with drawings and instructions

  • Accurately complete job cards and time records

  • Maintain tools, gauges, and measuring equipment in good condition

  • Report equipment issues and safety concerns promptly

  • Assist with general maintenance and workshop duties as required

  • Follow all safety procedures and workplace standards

  • Work various shifts to meet operational needs

  • Support business growth through involvement in new projects and client solutions

  • Continually upskill and stay current with client and industry requirements

What You Need: 

  • Trade Certificate in machining or a related field

  • Minimum 5 years of experience with manual and CNC machining in a manufacturing environment

  • Ability to program and operate metalworking machinery

  • Strong understanding of steel grades and machining processes

  • Familiarity with lean manufacturing, 5S, and continuous improvement

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

  • Forklift and loader licences, or willingness to obtain

  • Physically fit and capable of hands-on work in a manufacturing environment

Please click through the link to forward your CV for consideration. Not sure if this is a suitable opportunity? Please feel free to call Grace Inglis on 0483 946 251 to discuss alternative career opportunities. 
 
Mergent Group is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and inclusion, recognising that collectively we are stronger!