Applications Close:
30/09/2026
Work Type:
Permanent - Full Time
Location:
Perth Metropolitan
Leading Hand - Fitter / Machinist
Welshpool | Full-Time | Leadership Opportunity | RCR
Mining Technologies
RCR Mining Technologies is seeking an experienced and capable
Leading Hand Fitter / Machinist
to join our
Welshpool Workshop.
This hands-on leadership role is ideal for a
skilled tradesperson who enjoys guiding others, improving
processes, and delivering high-quality machining work in a
fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Reporting to the Machining Supervisor, you will oversee daily
workshop activities, support machinists and apprentices, and ensure
all machining operations on borers, lathes, drills and mills are
completed safely, accurately and efficiently.
About the Role
As the Leading Hand Fitter / Machinist, you will allocate work,
coordinate labour and resources, and provide technical guidance to
your team.
You will ensure all machining tasks are completed to the
highest quality, meeting tight tolerances and production deadlines.
This role also plays a key part in maintaining equipment,
supporting apprentice development, and promoting continuous
improvement across the workshop.
Key Responsibilities
Allocate labour, materials and equipment to meet delivery,
quality and commercial requirements
Mentor and monitor apprentices to support solid learning
outcomes
Ensure compliance with RCR Health, Safety and Environmental
policies
Lead daily pre-start meetings and communicate work
allocations
Prepare job cards, materials and resources ahead of
scheduled work




Monitor machining methods and drive best-practice
manufacturing processes
Verify material checks, dimensional inspection records and
quality documentation
Maintain accurate job identification on all parts and
materials
Track job progress and escalate issues impacting delivery
dates
Ensure adherence to employee start/finish times and report
non-conformance
Maintain the work centre schedule with up-to-date progress
information
Secure the premises and ensure shutdown of non-essential
equipment at end of shift
Provide coverage during supervisor absences and liaise with
management
Promote and contribute to business development
opportunities
Drive continuous improvement and eliminate
inefficiencies
Ensure machine shop equipment is maintained and coordinate
repairs where required
Assist other divisions and business units to support
broader RCR objectives
Perform additional duties as directed, within skills and
competency levels
Qualifications
Australian recognised Trade Qualification – Machining
Australian Driver's Licence
High Risk Work Licence – Forklift & Dogging or Basic
Rigging
Essential Criteria
Experience operating one or more of the following:




Manual Centre Lathes
Manual Milling Machines
Horizontal Borers
CNC Mills & Lathes
Experience with preventative maintenance on machining
equipment
Strong commitment to safe work practices and teamwork
Desirable Criteria
Previous experience in a Leading Hand or leadership
role
Experience manufacturing mining equipment
Experience machining hydraulic cylinder components
Basic computer literacy
Why Join RCR Mining Technologies?
Permanent, full-time role
with long-term
job security
Attractive pay + income protection + life
insurance
Career growth
with opportunities to step
into further leadership roles
Welshpool location
– be home every
night
Supportive, safety-first culture
Employee benefits
including parental
leave, discounted health insurance, salary sacrifice, EAP, and
access to 500+ retailer discounts
RCR Mining Technologies is a market leader in the design and
manufacture of innovative, award-winning solutions, including
advanced materials handling equipment for the mining and rail
sectors.
Our extensive product range includes apron and belt
feeders, conveyors, bucket wheel excavators, stackers, spreaders,
in-pit mining units, sizers, scrubbers, and screeners.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly support
diversity in our workforce.
Applicants from all backgrounds,
including women and Indigenous peoples, are encouraged to
apply.
If you have the skills and experience to take on this rewarding
challenge,
APPLY NOW

📌 Leading Hand Fitter / Machinist (Perth)
🏢 RCR Mining Technologies
📍 Perth