Estimator / Customer Service Operator In Metal Fabrication Industry

Are you a Tradesperson looking for a new challenge??

An exciting opportunity presents itself to join an Australian owned & operated precision manufacturing company with over 30 years of experience in engineering, sheetmetal & profile cutting.

With a passion for manufacturing technology, Sonnex's purpose built factory houses the latest eco-friendly high-precision machines. With multiple Laser Machines, CNC brake presses, Robotic and Laser welding coupled with a skilled and dedicated workforce, this technology shows no limits to the projects we’re able to support.

Job Role:
We are currently looking for an Estimator / Customer Service person to join our team. 

As a highly motivated individual with a passion for building relationships you’ll be based in Elizabeth working directly with our engineering team to provide estimates and quotes for multi-disciplined projects including Laser cutting, Pressing, Fabrication and installations to our broad customer base. 

The successful candidate will enjoy a great working environment, a supportive team with real world experience, 3D CAD software, opportunities for growth within, competitive wages, and a family friendly work culture.

Successful applicants will have;

• Trade Certificate (highly desirable)
• Knowledge and experience of machining and fabrication processes in a workshop environment.
• Ability to read technical and engineering drawings to understand customer requirements including tolerances.
• Attention to detail, accuracy, and confidence with numbers.
• Experience with CAD/CAM desirable but not essential (Fusion 360 / Inventor / AutoCAD)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with Microsoft office.
• Medium to high level of computer literacy
• Provide WIP updates to customers as required.
• Must have a “can do” attitude and display company values at all times.
• While specific experience as an Estimator is highly desirable, we would like to encourage trade experienced “shop floor environment” individuals who are looking for their next career opportunity to apply.

Key duties and responsibilities:

• Build lasting relationships with our broad customer base.
• Providing accurate costings for materials, labour and external services.
• Preparation of estimates for projects large and small.
• Working in collaboration with Profiling and Engineering teams.
• Reviewing documentation to determine scope and suitability of work.
• Monitoring and reviewing any revisions and apply necessary variations.
• Follow up quotes on a weekly basis.
• Contribute to team meetings.

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This will be a permanent full-time position after a probationary period.

Salary can be negotiated based on experience.

If you believe you have the work ethic and attitude to make a strong contribution to a growing engineering company with a focus on quality and Customer Service, please submit your resume.

NO RECRUITMENT AGENCIES PLEASE!