Production Assembler

Elphinstone Pty Ltd is an authorised Caterpillar OEM and a leading manufacturer of quality products for the global underground and surface mining industries.  In addition, Elphinstone offers niche manufacturing and engineering support in the transport and utilities sectors. 

Elphinstone has more than 45 years of experience in modifying and manufacturing of underground mining vehicles and currently employs 200+ highly skilled people. 

The product range includes specialised underground support vehicles and surface mining solutions, including extended-distance off-highway haulage trucks and water tanks to suit Caterpillar articulated trucks.

The Elphinstone® range of underground support vehicles includes agitators, scissor lifts, delivery trucks, flat decks, fuel and lube trucks, water cannons, water tanks, motor graders and other specialised support equipment.

The existing range of products combine practical design, the latest technology and quality manufacturing to ensure each machine is safe, reliable, productive, ergonomic, and easy to service, maintain and re-build.

We have an exciting opportunity for individuals considering joining our team  as a Production Assembler to produce high-quality Electrical Harnesses for our own internal products and external customers throughout Australia and overseas.

About the Role

The role of a Production Assembleris to arrange groups of wires into a single unit with various terminals and connectors attached. These harnesses are essential to conveying electrical messages within machinery. 

On-the-job training will be provided which will include learning how to read schematics (plans) and building accordingly.

Key tasks will include:

• Manufacture harnesses and other electrical components to a quality standard that exceeds customer expectations.
• Ensure harness build time targets are constantly achieved.
• Work with harness testers when quality issues are identified, and make any corrections required
• Actively contribute to helping identify, and update incorrect building documentation

About You

We are looking for individuals who can work to timeframes efficiently and safely and take pride in their work. You will also demonstrate integrity, respect, teamwork and ownership. 

This role may suit a person seeking a job change or entering the workforce. Part-time hours may be considered, including school hours. 

Desired Skills and Attributes

• Display a positive, can-do attitude with demonstrated problem-solving skills
• Willingness, and disciplined approach, to follow standard work instructions
• Ability to develop rapport to ensure effective working relationships with a broad range of managers and employees
• Ensure all work is carried out according to the Company’s standards and in a professional manner
• Highly detailed, with a focus on quality and precision
• Display a high level of motivation and drive
• Be a collaborative and engaged team member
• Previous electrical harness building experience (may be advantageous)

At Elphinstone, our most important asset is our people. Every team member has a voice and plays a part in contributing to our success. We take pride in creating an innovative, collaborative and open culture where all staff are respected, empowered and valued.

Our people are talented and live by our values in every action of the day. Despite individual differences, we are one company united by these values that define us as people. Elphinstone people understand our business model, have a passion for customer service, and mentor with Respect, Teamwork, Integrity, Excellence, Ownership and Initiative.

How to Apply

If you would like to be considered for joining our team as a Production Assembler, please apply now via seek with a current resume supplied.

Additional Information

Right-to-work identification, e.g. driver's licence, birth certificate, passport and/or visa, will be required if shortlisted. In addition, as part of the recruitment process, you may be required to undertake a pre-employment medical, including a drug and alcohol screening.

Applications close Thursday, 28th March 2024.

Please be mindful that published closing dates are estimates only as we aim to fill vacancies as quickly as possible. The advert may close as soon as we have found the right candidate, so we encourage interested applicants to apply as early as possible.

Elphinstone Pty Ltd is an equal-opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.