FOUNDRY LEAD
SUMMARY
DP Jones & Co Memorials is seeking a
Foundry Lead
for our manufacturing operations based in Kyabram, VIC.
We are flexible!
You could be semi-skilled and
ready for further on-the-job training
OR bring
complimentary skills
and have an advanced start.
You could be new into your trade career, changing industries or wanting a predictable tradecraft job to use your developed skills.
Our role can accommodate the right candidate.
If you have trade skills such as metalwork, cutting, grinding, welding, prefab work, and good attention to detail, we want to meet you.
We're offering a relatively physical role as a Foundry Lead, working closely with our Foundry Manager & Foundry assistants to drive our cast bronze manufacturing.
We're happy to work with the right candidate to vary the role to suit work interests and experience.
Come develop your leadership & metal skills with DP Jones & Co.
We provide job training and support employees to achieve formal certificates (typically Cert 3 in Engineering-Fabrication, Cert 3 in Engineering - Casting and Moulding, or Cert 3 in Stonemasonry).
First Aid, Forklift and Crane licences, other trade tickets supported.

ROLE SPECIFICS
DP Jones & Co Memorials is seeking an experienced skilled or semi-skilled
FOUNDRY LEAD
to work closely with our Foundry Manager, Assistants and Operations Director.
Offered as a Full time role with a 3-month probationary period.
A key role, tailored to the individual and working across our Metal division.
Based at our Kyabram manufacturing location with potential for occasional off-site job activity.
Able to work hours from 7.30 am onwards.
All uniform, safety equipment and tools supplied
You will be encouraged and supported to continue with your trade and skills development.
Role starting grade is C11
per the Manufacturing Award and assuming Cert II level experience.
Ideally looking for C6/C5 level starters.




Grading will be adjusted for candidates with higher experience / skill levels.
We offer an above award base rate
plus Super + Overtime.
Scope to vary the role activities for the right candidate.
Show us your skills!
Responsibilities (but not limited to):
PRIMARY
Work closely with our Foundry Manager to assist and eventually lead key activities in the assembly and production of cast bronze & aluminium plaques.
Participate in all aspects of Foundry cast plaque manufacturing
process as you gain experience.
Pattern creation
Sand moulding and pre-melt preparation
Metal casting
Metal cutting, polishing, sandblasting, painting, etc
Accuracy, attention to detail and the ability to read plans / drawings / layouts is important.
Labouring, lifting and some offsite work is involved
Materials handling and general production duties
A solid work ethic attention to detail, and pride in your workmanship.
Promote and maintain a strong safety culture, ensuring compliance with all OHS requirements
Prior experience / Skills (favourable but not essential):
Cert 2+ qualifications in Fabrication / Concreting / Stonemasonry or relevant experience highly regarded
Experience in complimentary industries – Fabrication, Welding, Concreting, Tiling, Landscaping
Ability to set and meet production timeline targets
Display a work ethic suited to a heavy industry
Experience in the safe use of power tools & hand tools.
Experience with industrial machine operation advantageous (table saws, sanding belts, Linishers, milling machines, sandblasting, spray booth)
Drivers licence, forklift licence and construction induction card advantageous
On the job guidance will be provided to the candidate with suitable base skills.
Pay: $***** – $***** per hour
Benefits:
Professional development assistance
Ability to commute/relocate:
Kyabram VIC ****: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Authorisation:
Australia (Required)
Work Location: In person

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