Fitter & Turner Leading Hand | CNC Machine Setter

Innisfail, Queensland, Australiavia Bradken CareersPosted Oct 1, 2026
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About this role

Bradken is a leading solutions provider and global manufacturer of innovative, custom-engineered products for the resources sector. With a workforce of more than 3,000 employees, our ability to adapt and evolve keeps us firmly positioned as global leaders in the wear solutions market.

About the role

This is a permanent full-time position supporting the manufacture of components for the Australian sugar industry.

Working with a skilled team, you'll take the lead on machine setup, first-off verification, workshop planning, and mentoring apprentices and tradespeople while maintaining a strong focus on safety, quality and productivity.

In this role you wil be:

  • Setting and programming CNC machinery
  • Verifying first-off production components
  • Supporting production planning and workflow
  • Leading by example on safety and quality
  • Training and mentoring apprentices and team members
  • Working closely with supervisors and workshop teams to improve productivity and efficiency

You will have:

  • Trade qualification as a Fitter & Turner or similar mechanical trade
  • Experience in a manufacturing or machining environment
  • CNC machine setting and programming experience
  • Strong commitment to safety and quality
  • Ability to lead by example and support others in the workshop
  • Forklift, dogging or other relevant tickets are advantageous but not essential

Apply now and bring your CNC machining expertise to a business that values skill, safety and teamwork.

Why join Bradken?

Bradken is committed to providing a safe, inclusive and collaborative workplace where people are encouraged to challenge existing thinking and develop better solutions.

We offer:

  • Permanent full-time position
  • Competitive hourly rate under our Enterprise Agreement
  • Opportunity to progress through classifications based on skills and capability
  • Day shift role initially, with flexibility to work afternoon shift when required
  • Job security with a global manufacturing businessRegional lifestyle in tropical North Queensland
  • Employee Assistance Program for you and your family

How we hire:

Before commencing employment, you will be required to complete a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing.

We respectfully request no recruitment agency approaches.

Bradken is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing a diverse, inclusive, engaging and flexible environment for our people. All employment decisions are based on merit, competence, performance and business need

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  • 2Which recent work examples would make your application stronger for this role?
  • 3What details from the original source listing should you confirm before applying?

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