CNC Programmer

Who are we?

voestalpine Railway Systems Australia Pty Ltd is the world market leader in turnout technology for railways, metros and tramways. voestalpine Railway Systems Australia has been operating in Mackay, Queensland for more than 30 years and in recent years opened a factory in Bathurst, New South Wales. The team at voestalpine Railway Systems Australia has blended this international success with their own innovation and client-based knowledge to provide a service and product range of unparalleled craftsmanship and quality.

About the Position

Reporting to the Production Manager, the CNC Programmer is responsible for generating CNC programs manually and or by using CAD/CAM software (SURFCAM) for all machining operations across:

3 axis Double head rail CNC milling machines with the following controllers

• SIEMENS
• FANUC
• FAGOR

3 axis vertical CNC milling machine

• HEIDENHAIN

Key duties include, but are not limited to:

• 2D drafting and 3D modelling of products for CNC machining;
• Proving of all CNC programs before release for general use;
• Testing programs and closely monitoring machine operators during initial physical proofing;
• Carrying out ongoing reviewing of all CNC programs and making suitable alterations to programs as required;
• Controlling and cataloguing CNC documentation, programs, and resisters to meet company requirements of security, access, reference, and backup;
• Identifying and implementing production improvements in the machining function;
• Identifying, designing and arranging manufacture of machine tooling and jigs;
• Liaising with Production Manager, Supervisors and Engineering department with regard to matters such as production methods, standards, specifications, interpretation of drawings and similar.

About You

To be successful in the CNC Programmer position with the voestalpine Railway Systems team, you will need:

• Solid experience in programming for Heavy Industry (Rail industry highly regarded);
• Proven experience with macro programming;
• Have a strong understanding of technical drawing and manufacturing processes;
• Exceptional attention to detail;
• Strong problem solving skills;
• Excellent communication skills;
• Have a positive, can-do attitude with the ability to motivate and collaborate with various teams to achieve the desired outcome;
• Ability to provide technical support to machine operators.

What’s on Offer?

• Stability of a permanent full-time position where you can be home every night.
• Competitive hourly rates, and industry leading overtime rates.
• Loyalty bonus after continuous years of service.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Supportive and friendly team environment.

As our company continues to evolve, innovate and thrive, we encourage our team members to do the same with their own careers, by providing ongoing opportunities to grow and make a difference.

We work hard to create a safe and inclusive environment for all.

All applications will be treated with the strictest of confidentiality. Only successful applicants will be contacted.