Patternmaker

Derwent Industries is a 100% Australian owned and operated business and prides itself on providing its customers with products, service and solutions to meet their expectations.

Derwent has offices located in Hobart, Melbourne, Sydney, Wodonga, Auckland and Bendigo.

Our Hobart facilities produce high integrity ductile iron castings for water industries and the like.

Derwent Industries is seeking to fill the role of Patternmaker to service our existing and future customers based at our Foundry in Derwent Park, Tasmania.

The Role

You will construct new and modify patterns to customer specifications, adjust and/or make repairs to existing patterns as required using traditional tools. Additional foundry duties will apply in this role when and where required by operational needs.

This is a full-time position with immediate start for the right candidate.

About you

Ideally you will have completed your Patternmaking, Casting and Moulding or Cabinet making trade qualification and have some foundry industry experience.

Skills and Experience

• Patternmaking, Casting and Moulding or Cabinet making trade qualification Foundry Experience (desirable)
• Foundry experience (desirable)
• High Risk Work Licence (desirable)

Personal Attributes

• High attention to detail and ability to interpret drawings
• Strong hands-on work ethic
• Ability to work with minimal supervision, as part of a team or independently
• Strong visualisation/conceptualisation skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Willingness to be trained on the job

Remuneration will be negotiated with the successful applicant, based on skill level and experience. Please note suitable applicants will be required to undergo pre-employment checks, including physical assessment and drug/alcohol screen.

If you feel you have the necessary skills required and experiences, please submit your resume and a covering letter to Sign in to view email