Hedweld Engineering is a proud family owned and world renowned regional Australian innovator and manufacturer. Hedweld has been producing world leading products for the mining sector globally for over 40 years, known for our Trilift range of component handling equipment and our Safe-Away range of access systems.
Reporting to the Engineering Manager, this role presents an excellent opportunity for a motivated Mechanical Design Draftsperson to join our high-performing team at our Mt Thorley site.
The main responsibilities of the role include:
Prepares clear, complete and accurate working plans and detail drawings from rough or detailed sketches, specifications, models or verbal instructions.
Involved in projects including, infrastructure development along with research and development projects. Ensures the accuracy of engineering drawings leaving the business with the key objective being to achieve goals and objectives of the Hedweld Group Strategic business plan.
Essential Criteria:
- Excellent communication skills
- A current driver’s license
- Computer literate (Intermediate advantageous)
- Mechanical aptitude
- Able to work effectively both as part of a team or autonomously
- Willing to listen and learn advanced manufacturing techniques
- Minimum 5yrs working in Australia in similar role.
- Experience with Autodesk Inventor and Vault software.
Desirable Criteria:
- Experience in producing and cataloguing procedures and technical support documentation ideally within a heavy mechanical environment
- Understanding of considerations for safe machine design and design risk assessment
- Well-developed IT and associated software experience
- Experience in Heavy earth moving /mining industry
- Experience working to Australian standards for lifting equipment, fabrication and mechanical structures - standards include AS 1418, AS 3990, AS 4991, AS 1554
What's in it for you
- This is a full-time permanent opportunity, providing stability and long-term prospects.
- Enjoy a four-day work week, allowing for a better work-life balance.
- Our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility provides a cutting-edge work environment.
- Stay fit and healthy with our fully equipped gym facilities onsite.
- This role offers you the opportunity to expand your knowledge and broaden your experience in the manufacturing industry.
- We value continuous growth, and ongoing training opportunities will be available to further develop your skills.
As part of the recruitment process suitable applicants will be required to attend a pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol testing