This position is responsible for undertaking a broad range of duties in the workshop and welding at our Kewdale Branch. 

Key responsibilities include:

• Assembly of both Industrial and Hydraulic hose
• Welding and metal fabrication for industrial and hydraulic hoses
• Manufacture and test hose assemblies in accordance with Australian Standards
• Follow procedures required for workshop duties - e.g. work orders, schedules, registers, fitting, cleaning
• Become familiar with and have a strong working knowledge of our hose management program (HMP)
• When required, picking and packing orders (for workshop orders)
• Receiving, unpacking and storage of goods in accordance with appropriate procedures
• Assisting with stock takes and stock management
• Use of forklifts/machinery to move goods
• Use and operation of power tools
• Assist with the maintenance and presentation of the workshop to ensure it is kept clean and tidy
• Where demands require, to assist in the warehouse and customer service/counter sales working with/as directed by the Branch Manager.

This is a hands on role that will require physical manual handling of industrial & hydraulic hoses and fittings for the purposes of preparing customer orders for dispatch.

About you – Skills and experience: 

• Current drivers licence and own reliable transport
• Experience in welding and metal fabrication - Experience in both TIG and MIG welding
• Forklift license desirable
• Experience in the Industrial Hose and Hydraulics industry or similar background preferred
• Demonstrated high quality service delivery
• Demonstrated understanding of manufacturing standards
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• High attention to detail and solid organisation skills
• Demonstrated ability to prioritise and plan own work effectively
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Fit and energetic due to the physical requirements of this position such as picking, packing and handling hoses and pipe fittings
• Participate as a willing and productive member of the team
• Good computer skills
• Commitment to improving product knowledge and other skills in the industry.

Benefits:

• Join a Company that continues to experience rapid growth.
• We provide monthly team lunches and share in the celebration of the Company’s continue success with reward and recognition programs.
• We also support and encourage ongoing training to develop your knowledge and technical ability to provide superior service to our customers.
• On-the-job training will be provided.
• Parental leave top-up allowance

• Employee Assistance Program with access to mental health and well-being support initiatives including confidential counselling services.

• Enrol to webinars, training events and courses; we promote a culture of continuous learning and assisting you to reach your full potentials.

Powell Industrial being a part of Motion is one of the largest Industrial Hose and Fittings Distributor in Australia and are recognised as leaders in supplying products across a broad range of industries such as Drilling, Mining, Agriculture, De-Watering, Aquaculture, Multi-fluid Transport, Waste Management, Petrochemical, Civil & Construction, Marine, Food & Beverage and Automotive.

Join us on this exciting journey of success and growth and let us help you empower your career with us!

MOTION is an equal opportunity employer

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