Apprentice Fitter and Machinist

The Instrument Manufacturing Laboratory is part of the CSIRO’s Space and Astronomy business unit. It develops and manufactures state of the art instrumentation for radio astronomy facilities. These facilities are located at Parkes and Narrabri in NSW, and Murchison in WA.

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The opportunity

The Instrument Manufacturing Laboratory is part of the CSIRO’s Space and Astronomy business unit. It develops and manufactures state of the art instrumentation for radio astronomy facilities. These facilities are located at Parkes and Narrabri in NSW, and Murchison in WA. The laboratory also manufactures components for other radio astronomy facilities both within Australia and overseas.
The successful candidate will complete a four-year apprenticeship in Fitting and Machining. Practical training will include working in the Instrument Manufacturing Laboratory. This laboratory is a well-equipped machine shop with senior technical staff who take pride in their contribution to scientific research. Apprentices are also required to attend weekly training at a nominated TAFE college.  

Your duties will include:

• Manufacture and assembly of components to specified tolerances and high standards to support research projects and existing radio astronomy facilities.
• Complete Certificate III in Engineering (Fitting and Machining) at TAFE college.
• Complete practical work-based training using a variety of workshop equipment including manual and CNC machine tools, CAD/CAM software and welding machines.
• Develop skills in interpreting and working from engineering drawings, sketches and verbal instructions.
• Communicate effectively and respectfully with all staff, clients and suppliers in the interests of good business practice, collaboration and enhancement of CSIRO’s reputation.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues within the team, the business unit and across CSIRO, to reach objectives.
• Adapt techniques, procedures, equipment, concepts and ideas in support of existing and further research.
• Adhere to the spirit and practice of CSIRO’s Code of Conduct, Health, Safety and Environment plans and policies, Diversity initiatives and Zero Harm goals.

Location: Marsfield, NSWSalary: AU$33,514 – AU$60,325 per annum plus up to 15.4% superannuationTenure: Specified term of 4 yearsReference: 98475

To be considered you will need:

Essential

Under CSIRO policy only those who meet all essential criteria can be appointed.

• Completion of year 12 education.
• Interest in engineering/manufacturing and motivation and willingness to pursue a career in fitting and machining.
• Capacity to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary, regionally dispersed research team, and carry out tasks under the direction of Senior Technical Staff.
• Ability and willingness to contribute novel ideas and approaches in support of scientific investigations.

Desirable:

• Evidence of an interest in design/ manufacturing. (i.e. project pieces and/or photos)
• Completion of any technical or trade related subjects/training.

For full details about this role please review the Position Description

Eligibility

Applications for this position are open to Australian/New Zealand Citizens, Australian Permanent Residents or you must either hold, or be able to obtain, a valid working visa for the duration of the specified term. Appointment to this role is subject to provision of a national police check and may be subject to other security/medical/character requirements.

Flexible working arrangements

We work flexibly at CSIRO, offering a range of options for how, when and where you work.

Diversity and inclusion

We are working hard to recruit people representing the diversity across our society, and ensure that all our people feel supported to do their best work and feel empowered to let their ideas flourish.

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How to apply

Please apply on-line and provide a cover letter and CV that best demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the requirements of this role.

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