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Machine Operator - Timber Pallet Manufacturing
Trade
Brisbane
Permanent / Full Time
12/10/2026
Early Finish Fridays We start early and finish early.
Fantastic Clontarf location
CMTP is looking for an experienced Machine Operator to join our growing Clontarf Site.
This isn't a general labouring role, we're looking for a mechanically minded person who enjoys operating machinery, solving problems, achieving production targets and continuously improving the way things are done.
You'll operate semi-automated timber pallet manufacturing equipment, complete machine changeovers, maintain quality standards and help keep production running safely and efficiently.
What You'll Do:
Operate semi-automated manufacturing equipment
Complete machine setups and product changeovers
Troubleshoot minor machine issues
Perform routine operator maintenance
Monitor product quality and production performance
Contribute to safety and continuous improvement initiatives
About you:
Experience operating manufacturing or production machinery
Strong mechanical aptitude
A commitment to safety and quality
A reliable work ethic and positive attitude
Highly regarded:
Experience with automated production equipment
Machine changeovers and setup adjustments
Experience in timber manufacturing or similar industry
Why CMTP?
Permanent stable full-time position
Early starts with early finish Fridays
Rewarding hourly rate + overtime
Family-owned Australian business with 50+ years of success
Genuine career progression into leadership
Supportive team focused on safety, performance and continuous improvement
If you enjoy working with machinery, achieving results and being part of a high-performing team, we'd love to hear from you.
Hear some careers stories from key CMTP Personnel CMTP is a growing, national family run business that has been around for 50 years offering stability, security and a safe environment for all employees. In addition, we have a diverse team, a great culture and excellent opportunities making CMTP an exciting place to work – a place where you can grow, thrive and where we value and prioritise working together and sharing ideas are encouraged.
We strive to create an environment where employees feel engaged and valued. At CMTP we care about our employees in the same way that we care about our customers. We support and encourage our employees with a wide range of professional and personal support to strengthen their overall well-being.
CMTP has a rewarding career ready for you in a supportive, down to earth and fun team where our core values are always promoted. By living the CMTP core values our people make CMTP a truly great place to work.
My desire as Managing Director of CMTP is to continue to grow across the nation and further expand our presence across Australia so we can supply our customers on a truly national basis. We want to support our staff through positive health and wellbeing, personal development, and growth.
Travis Meade Managing Director - CMTP
CMTP offers a highly competitive salary and above award hourly rates and excellent conditions in a safe and secure setting.
Learning and Development Employees are offered a range of training packages that may include Lean Training, Leadership and Management Development training, Health, Safety and Wellbeing training packages just to name a few.
Health and Wellbeing We offer a range of wellbeing initiatives as well as access to our Employee Assistance Program, including free, confidential counselling sessions for employees and their immediate family members.
Diversity and Inclusion We want you to feel part of our team. We are a company that promotes workplace diversity and inclusion within a caring, fun, down to earth and supportive environment.
You can work with CMTP in multiple locations across Australia
📌 Machine Operator (Brisbane)
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