The key duties of the position include:

The Role

Prototype and Test Services (PTS) is responsible for the provision of prototyping capabilities to support the acquisition and sustainment of land materiel. This position is based at the Prototype Engineering Centre, located in Laverton North. PTS is seeking experienced Boilermaker or Sheet-metal Fabricator for interesting work in a unique environment, including MIG, TIG and Arc Welding and Sheet Metal Fabrication. Our team comprises a small team of multi-disciplined trades utilising Numerical Control (NC) and Computer Numerical Control (CNC) to fabricate prototypes through subtractive manufacturing.

You will be responsible for mechanical manufacture from conceptual drawings and computer aided design (CAD) models through to delivery of prototypes, space claims and models. Using modern manufacturing technologies including CNC Routers Press brakes and Waterjet Cutter. The breadth of work will give the successful applicant the opportunity to be exposed to a diverse range of developmental opportunities and fabrication techniques.

Defence roles cover a diverse range of workplace environment requirements. These may include physical tasks or working in conditions that are not typical of an office environment. Candidates should consider these requirements when assessing their suitability for the role. For more information, please contact the nominated contact officer.

Exposure to chemicals, requirement to wear personal protective equipment (PPE), exposure to petrol, oil, lubricant products that may cause dermatological conditions, excessive noise, dangerous goods/ equipment.

About our Team

Land Systems Division’s (LSD) mission is to acquire and support capability that enables the ADF to generate and sustain deployable Land power for an integrated force, in peace and war.



We aim to be agile, innovative and outcomes-focussed as we collaborate closely with the Services and industry to deliver the latest equipment to maximise ADF performance. The Land Engineering Agency (LEA), within LSD, supports a broad range of projects and Systems Program Offices (SPO) to ensure successful technical outcomes for the acquisition and in-service support of Defence capability. LEA provides services in engineering, testing, design and development, technical data and configuration management across the Defence Capability Life-Cycle. The Prototype Engineering Centre is the prototyping arm of LEA. LSD is dedicated to providing staff with an inclusive and healthy work-life setting, and we will invest in your ongoing professional development to ensure your work with us is deeply rewarding.

Our Ideal Candidate

The ideal person for this role will be an experienced, qualified Boilermaker, Welder or Sheet Metal Fabricator, (with welding experience) that seeks variety in their daily work. Someone that is capable of working effectively within a small, multi-functional team, including work not core to their own trade to produce reactive and flexible delivery of a diverse range of prototypes, models, jigs and fixtures to enable speed to delivery of Land Systems Capability development.

The successful candidate will:

- Meet the mandatory qualifications and have experience working as a Boilermaker, Welder or Sheet Metal Fabricator,



(with welding experience, highly desirable).
- Have knowledge and experience using CNC Machinery and or CNC drawing packages (highly desirable).
- Build and sustain positive relationships with team members, actively participate in team work.
- Have sound written and oral communication skills.
- Have experience working within a Quality Management System (or similar).

Eligibility

Security Clearance:

Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at “Baseline Vetting” level.

Mandatory Qualifications:

This technical position requires the individual to have obtained a recognised Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) Level 4 qualification in a relevant technical domain or relevant skills and work experience such that an individual can reasonably achieve a recognised AQF qualification if required by the position.

Getting to know the Department of Defence

The Department of Defence employs around 18,000 Australian Public Service (APS) employees. Defence APS employees work in a wide variety of critical roles, Australia wide, enabling our three services Navy, Army and Air Force, to do their job. Defence has a range of Australian Public Service (APS) career opportunities that offer interesting, challenging, and unique work. Our workforce includes administrative support, accountants, intelligence analysts, engineers, policy advisors, graphic designers, lawyers, social workers, IT specialists and contract managers to name a few. We offer a rewarding career that includes professional development, work-life balance, recognition, a flexible and supportive work environment and a diverse workforce. To find out more about a career with Defence please visit https://www.defence.gov.au/jobs-careers

📌 Trade Officer (Sheet-metal Fabricator/Boilermaker) (Laverton North)
🏢 Department Of Defence
📍 Laverton North