Volgren was established in 1977 and is Australia’s largest and most successful bus body builder. We operate three manufacturing facilities located in Queensland, Victoria and Western Australia, along with Aftersales facilities across five states—Victoria, Queensland, Western Australia, New South Wales and South Australia.

Volgren is part of the Marcopolo Group – a Brazilian Bus Manufacturer. It has a manufacturing presence in 12 countries, employing more than 14,000 people.

Volgren builds bus bodies for the world’s leading chassis manufacturer’s including Volvo, Scania, Mercedes, MAN and most recently we delivered Western Australia’s 100th ‘E’ bus on the Volvo chassis.

Our uncompromising manufacturing standards, class leading technology and our unmatched after sales service ensure our customers can trust in our product.

Our focus is on providing a safe working environment and learning opportunities to passionate individuals who are ready to grow with us. We are committed to supporting progress, transformation and skill development while offering the opportunity to be part of the future of transport through the manufacture of Electric Vehicles. We are a team of people who love what we do, champion ideas and innovation, support one another and strive for quality.

Our values include:

- Respect and Appreciation of People
- Commitment to Excellence
- Customer Satisfaction
- Ethics and Integrity
- Sustainability
- Teamwork

BENEFITS:

- The opportunity to build on your current skills and open further doors in the manufacturing industry.
- Continue to be a part of a growth orientated global organisation.
- Local and international career opportunities with Volgren Australia and Marcopolo
- Ability to work within a close team environment
- Opportunity to travel interstate
- Be part of the National Incentive Program
- 24/7 Free access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Free onsite parking available

ABOUT THE ROLE:





Due to recent market shifts toward zero emission vehicles and Volgren’s strong focus on the development of innovative new bus solutions and processes. The Manufacturing Engineering team is looking to build upon a strong manufacturing team. A Junior Manufacturing Engineer is required for a 12-month fixed full-time contract. This is an excellent prospect for a Graduate Manufacturing Engineer with approximately 2 years of manufacturing experience who is looking to develop their career in a practical production environment. The role will have a robust focus on conducting time studies to establish standard times for existing/new assembly operations and creation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Evaluation of new production machines/processes considering EV, Hybrid and diesel buses.
- Provide day-to-day hands-on engineering support to the production teams.
- Conduct time studies for existing and new assemblies.
- Develop and maintain process documentation - standard operating procedures (SOPs), process flow diagrams etc.
- Design and develop jigs, fixtures and tooling using SolidWorks to support production and assembly processes.
- Participate in process audits to ensure adherence to manufacturing process standards.
- Analysing workforce utilisation, facility layout, operational data and production schedules, costs to determine optimum efficiency.
- Assist with supplier engagement for tooling manufacture and validation.
- Support root cause analysis and corrective actions for production issues.

COMPETENCIES:





- Safety focused on all aspects of the role and on the factory floor.
- Creation and updating to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) experience is essential to the role.
- Conducting time studies to establish standard times experience is essential to the role.
- Jig/Fixture design and assembly utilising AutoCAD or SolidWorks.
- Problem solving and decision-making skills.
- Project management and time management skills.
- Understanding of manufacturing processes and implementation of lean methodologies.
- Excellent eye for detail and dedication to accuracy.
- Able to work autonomously and part of a team.
- Excellent communications skills from shop floor to management.

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:

- Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Mechanical or Production engineering or equivalent.
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.

This position also requires the applicant to undertake a pre-employment medical which includes a drug and alcohol analysis, musculoskeletal evaluation and hearing test

Applicants must have the right to work and live in Australia.

Our Diversity and Inclusion Commitment:

Volgren is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and developing an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve.

As an Inclusive employer we welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds such as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people from Indigenous Business Sectors, people of all genders including those who identify as LGBTQIA, people with a disability and from disability enterprises, people from Sustainable Regions, Disadvantaged Sectors and Social Enterprises and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

We are committed to treating every application objectively, follow a coherent screening and interview process and we hire based on attitude, skill and merit.

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📌 Junior Manufacturing Engineer (City of Greater Dandenong)
🏢 Volgren
📍 City of Greater Dandenong