Leading Hand
Beak Engineering (Aust) Pty Ltd
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About the role
Beak Engineering (Aust) Pty Ltd is seeking an experienced Leading Hand to join our Ausnets division in O'Connor, WA.
Ausnets specialise in design, manufacture, and installation of custom designed netting structures for sporting, mining, industrial, domestic and defence applications.
The Leading Hand is a hands-on role, required to assist with all aspects of production, including netmaking, fabrication, post and net installation, repairs and maintenance.
This includes contributing towards and overseeing the manufacturing and installation processes, maintaining quality standards, managing projects, coordinating staff, ensuring safety compliance, meeting production targets, and maintaining a professional approach in client and staff interactions.
What you'll be doing
To be a contributing member of the production team, including netmaking, fabrication and installations, including remote installations.
Read and interpret installation plans, technical drawings, and work orders.
Supervise the day-to-day operations of the production team, including netmakers, fabricators and installers.
Liaise with customers, site managers, suppliers and internal teams to ensure job expectations are met.
Inspect and approve completed jobs to ensure they meet company and client specifications.
What we're looking for
Experience as a Leading Hand or Supervisor in a trades or services environment
Site installation experience would be highly regarded
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively lead and motivate a team
Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills, with a focus on delivering quality outcomes
Thorough understanding of relevant safety regulations and a commitment to workplace health and safety
Ability to work well under pressure and adapt to changing priorities
Role requirements
Manual Drivers Licence, Forklift, Working At Heights, EWP and White Card
Pre-Employment Medical
The role is subject to ongoing and random Drug and Alcohol testing
What we offer
Primarily Perth based role with some regional travel
Monthly RDO
Opportunities for career progression
If you are an experienced Leading Hand looking to join a dynamic and progressive company, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Click the "Apply Now" button to submit your application.