Engineer / Skilled Fitter / Turner / Machinist
Get the "I've had an enjoyable, productive day and many good chats" feeling. Sydney Heritage Fleet gives that to all our volunteers.
Our workshop is located at Rozelle Bay, close to the light rail stop and frequent buses, with some onsite parking. It is what we call "a happy shed" where there are no cliques, no politics, and an atmosphere of mutual support. Ask a question and receive a cheerful answer. On your first day you will be warmly greeted and shown around to see what is going on. All ages and genders are welcome.
Join our team of highly skilled trades people in our well-equipped machine shop. We seek a fully-trained and experienced engineering workshop Fitter and Machinist, able to work without close supervision to overhaul equipment and make new components for our boats.
No day is the same and you will be involved in overhauling all kinds of mechanical and hydraulic equipment, making parts, forming heavy hull plates, overhauling pumps, steam engines, electrical items, fabricating pipe work, etc.
You will need ability to safely operate lathes, milling machines and drilling machines and equipment normally found in a mechanical repair facility. Machine tools include: • 18” Macson lathe • Engine lathe • Bridgeport knee milling machines • Textron (Bridgeport look-a-like) mill with CNC control (Mach 4 system) • Large knee type milling machine • Large radial drills • Pedestal drill Full range of hand and hand power tools. PPE is provided. Welding equipment and tradesman welders are on site.
Interested? Apply online now with information about you. Under "interests, skills & qualifications" please detail: What interests you in our opportunity Skills and qualifications Days you are available Further information - see our website: shf.org.au and click on EXPLORE.
Are you in the Jobseeker Program? The Sydney Heritage Fleet is a partner in the Australian Government Jobseeker program, so if you fit their criteria and are suitable for roles that SHF need filled, you may be able to work in our dynamic teams and continue on Jobseeker support.