Day/Afternoon Shift Labourer
Haymond Personnel is currently seeking reliable and hardworking General labourers to join a busy steel processing facility on Day and Afternoon shift. This role is ideal for candidates who enjoy hands-on work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and are looking for ongoing employment with opportunities for growth.

Hours- Monday- Friday
Day Shift- 6am-2:30pm
Afternoon Shift- 2:30pm-11pm

Rate: Day Shift- $33.85, Afternoon Shift- $38.93

Key Accountabilities

- Assist with the setup, loading, and unloading of components on the coating line.
- Hot metal spray gun use
- Powder coating
- Prepare surfaces for coating, including cleaning, degreasing, and masking as required.
- Operate or assist in operating coating equipment under supervision, following standard operating procedures (SOPs).
- Monitor coated product for visible defects and report quality issues to the Team Leader or Supervisor.
- Handle, stack, and move materials, stock, and finished product safely, including manual handling and use of trolleys/pallet jacks.
- Maintain a clean, organised, and safe work area in line with housekeeping and 5S standards.
- Correctly use and maintain Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including respiratory protection where required for coatings work.
- Follow all Safe Work Procedures (SWPs), safety data sheets (SDS), and site WHS requirements when handling coatings, solvents, and chemicals.
- Support basic quality checks, batch labelling, and record-keeping as directed.
- Report hazards, near misses, incidents, and equipment faults promptly to supervisors.
- Participate in toolbox talks, inductions, and training sessions as required.
- Work flexibly across rostered shifts, including the possibility of early starts, late finishes, and weekend work based on production demand.




- Undertake other general labouring duties within the scope of the role as required.

Qualifications and Experience

- No formal qualifications required; prior experience in a manufacturing, production, or labouring environment is desirable but not essential.
- F/L desirable
- Over head crane experience - training provided
- Experience working with coatings, paints, or industrial chemicals is an advantage but not essential — training will be provided.
- Sound understanding of, or willingness to learn, safe manual handling techniques.
- Basic literacy and numeracy skills sufficient to follow written work instructions and complete easy records.
- Full working rights in Australia.

Personal Attributes

- Reliable, punctual, and able to work to a roster with flexibility around shift changes.
- Physically fit and capable of standing, lifting, and performing repetitive manual tasks for extended periods.
- Safety-conscious, with a willingness to follow instructions and PPE requirements at all times.
- Comfortable working in an environment involving fumes, odours, and industrial chemicals when appropriate controls and PPE are used.
- Good attention to detail, particularly in relation to product quality and coating consistency.
- Able to work effectively both independently and as part of a small production team.
- Willing to learn new tasks and follow direction from supervisors and team leaders.
- Punctual and dependable, with a strong work ethic.

Working Conditions

- Casual hours, rostered according to production requirements; hours and shifts may vary week to week.
- Work is performed in a manufacturing/production environment, involving exposure to noise, fumes, and industrial coating chemicals.
- Required to wear PPE at all times, including but not limited to safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, and respiratory protection as directed.
- Physical requirements include standing for extended periods, manual handling, and repetitive tasks.

📌 Day/Afternoon Shift Labourer (Newcastle)
🏢 Haymond Personnel
📍 Newcastle