About Us

NEPEAN Engineering is one of Australia’s best-equipped privately owned engineering service providers, delivering high-value engineering solutions across mining, manufacturing, infrastructure, scientific and defence sectors.

Operating from extensive facilities in Prestons, NSW, NEPEAN Engineering combines in-house design and project management with advanced CNC machining, fabrication, laser cutting, sheet metal, surface treatment and finishing capabilities to successfully deliver complex engineering projects.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced CNC Machinist to join the NEPEAN Engineering team based in Prestons. Reporting to the Production Manager, this hands-on role will see you program, set up and operate CNC machines to manufacture one-off production components to a high standard of quality, precision and safety.

Key Responsibilities

- Program, set up and operate CNC vertical and horizontal borers, mills and lathes.
- Perform precision milling, turning, boring and drilling to produce high-quality manufactured components.
- Review factory orders and drawings to determine job specifications and requirements.
- Carry out dimensional inspections and monitor product quality throughout production.
- Load and unload products safely while ensuring correct product orientation in machinery.
- Monitor and change cutting tools as needed to maintain machining efficiency and quality.
- Enter, retrieve, title and store CNC programs and maintain source files.
- Operate manual machines including mills, lathes, drills and saws when required.
- Support the Production Manager and Supervisors with additional tasks when machine downtime occurs.

About You

- Trade qualification such as Certificate III in Engineering, Fitter Machinist or Toolmaker trade qualifications.




- 2–5 years’ experience as a CNC Machinist.
- Sound knowledge of Mazatrol, Heidenhain and Fanuc controls.
- Experience with CAD/CAM and PowerMill is an advantage and will be highly regarded.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.
- Ability to read and interpret drawings, work orders and technical specifications.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- A collaborative approach, flexibility and willingness to support the broader team when required.
- Organisational and time management skills
- Rights to work in Australia.

What We Offer

- Opportunity to work with one of Australia’s leading privately owned engineering service providers.
- Exposure to complex, high-value engineering projects across a diverse customer base.
- Work with a highly skilled and supportive production team.
- Modern facilities and extensive CNC machining capability.
- A business that values quality, safety, integrity and teamwork.
- Free onsite parking
- Discounts on major leading retail brands and Health funds
- Reimbursement for prescription safety glasses
- Fully funded uniforms and PPE provided.
- Family orientated business
- Full access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Agile energetic team
- Guaranteed Christmas break
- Access to Fitness Passport – giving you and your family affordable entry to a wide range of gyms, pools and fitness centre.

If you are a skilled CNC Machinist who takes satisfaction in contributing to major projects and working in a great team environment, click on “Apply Now” and forward your interest today!

NEPEAN believes in diversity and is committed to providing Equal Employment opportunities for all applicants. We welcome applicants from all walks of life, including various socio-economic, cultural, LGBTIQ, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds.

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