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Plant engineeringAutomation & Control Engineer — CLC Production Plants
Role profile for manufacturing recruitment. Location and vacancy availability are confirmed by the team.
Develop and commission controls for batching, mixing, pumping and foaming equipment.
Responsibilities
- Program PLC sequences, interlocks, alarms and HMI screens for automated CLC production.
- Integrate load cells, level sensors, flow meters, motors and variable-frequency drives.
- Prepare I/O lists, control-panel drawings, test procedures and operator instructions.
- Troubleshoot plant faults and support commissioning alongside fabrication and production teams.
Qualifications
Electrical, electronics or mechatronics degree; a relevant technical diploma with strong commissioning experience is also suitable.
Experience
3+ years in industrial automation; hands-on PLC commissioning is essential.
Practical skills
- PLC logic and HMI development
- Motor control, instrumentation and electrical schematic reading
- Safe isolation, fault finding and commissioning documentation
Software & equipment
- Siemens TIA Portal / WinCC or equivalent PLC/HMI platform
- AutoCAD Electrical or EPLAN
- VFD configuration and industrial communications such as Modbus
Plant engineeringMechanical Design Engineer — Mixing & Batching Equipment
Role profile for manufacturing recruitment. Location and vacancy availability are confirmed by the team.
Design manufacturable mixers, frames, tanks, conveyors and plant assemblies.
Responsibilities
- Create fabrication drawings, assemblies and bills of materials.
- Select motors, gearboxes, bearings and drive components for mixing equipment.
- Check clearances, maintenance access, weld details and fabrication tolerances.
- Work with the workshop to resolve fit-up issues and update drawings after trials.
Qualifications
Mechanical engineering degree or mechanical design diploma with an equipment-design portfolio.
Experience
3+ years designing fabricated industrial machinery.
Practical skills
- 3D assemblies and production drawings
- Steel fabrication, shaft and bearing selection
- BOM preparation and design revision control
Software & equipment
- SolidWorks or Autodesk Inventor
- AutoCAD
- Excel for calculations and BOMs
Workshop & fabricationMIG / MAG Welder — Plant Frames & Assemblies
Role profile for manufacturing recruitment. Location and vacancy availability are confirmed by the team.
Fabricate welded steel structures and assemblies for Nanolite production equipment.
Responsibilities
- Read fabrication drawings and prepare steel joints.
- Set welding parameters and produce consistent MIG/MAG welds.
- Control distortion, inspect finished welds and correct defects.
- Maintain welding equipment and follow workshop PPE and hot-work procedures.
Qualifications
Welding trade certificate preferred; practical experience and a successful welding test can substitute. A high-school diploma is not mandatory.
Experience
2+ years welding steel frames, machinery or industrial assemblies.
Practical skills
- Drawing reading and dimensional checks
- Joint preparation and weld defect recognition
- Safe handling of grinders, gas cylinders and welding equipment
Software & equipment
- MIG/MAG welding sets
- Grinders, clamps and measuring tools
- Workshop drawings and weld procedures
Workshop & fabricationTIG Welder — Stainless Tanks & Pipework
Role profile for manufacturing recruitment. Location and vacancy availability are confirmed by the team.
Produce clean stainless-steel tank, pipe and fitting welds for process equipment.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and fit stainless components without contamination.
- Perform TIG welds with appropriate shielding and purging.
- Check joints for finish, alignment and leaks.
- Record completed work and coordinate repairs with quality inspection.
Qualifications
TIG welding trade training preferred; demonstrated skill in a practical test is acceptable without a formal diploma.
Experience
2+ years TIG welding stainless sheet, tanks or pipework.
Practical skills
- Thin-wall stainless welding
- Back purging and heat control
- Fit-up accuracy and leak-check preparation
Software & equipment
- TIG welding sets
- Purging and gas-flow equipment
- Pipe clamps and inspection gauges
Workshop & fabricationFabrication Fitter — CLC Plant Assembly
Role profile for manufacturing recruitment. Location and vacancy availability are confirmed by the team.
Fit and assemble mechanical equipment from production drawings.
Responsibilities
- Mark, cut, drill and fit structural steel and fabricated parts.
- Align shafts, motors, gearboxes and bearings.
- Assemble guards, platforms, tanks and bolted plant sections.
- Check dimensions and report drawing or component mismatches.
Qualifications
Mechanical fitting trade certificate or equivalent workshop experience. Formal schooling is not essential if practical skills are demonstrated.
Experience
2+ years fitting fabricated machinery or industrial structures.
Practical skills
- Mechanical drawing reading
- Alignment, leveling and precision measurement
- Safe lifting and assembly practices
Software & equipment
- Drill press, grinders and hand tools
- Vernier calipers, levels and alignment tools
- Mechanical assembly drawings
Plant engineeringElectromechanical Maintenance Technician — Production Equipment
Role profile for manufacturing recruitment. Location and vacancy availability are confirmed by the team.
Keep mixers, pumps, drives and production machinery reliable.
Responsibilities
- Perform planned maintenance and diagnose mechanical or electrical faults.
- Inspect bearings, belts, couplings, motors and control components.
- Maintain breakdown records and recommend critical spare parts.
- Isolate machinery safely and verify operation after repairs.
Qualifications
Electrical or mechanical technical diploma, trade certificate or equivalent industrial maintenance experience.
Experience
3+ years maintaining factory machinery; motor-control fault finding preferred.
Practical skills
- Mechanical repair and basic electrical diagnostics
- Preventive maintenance planning
- Lockout procedures and maintenance records
Software & equipment
- Multimeter and insulation tester
- Mechanical maintenance tools
- Excel or a maintenance management system
Factory operationsProduction Supervisor — CLC Mixing & Block Manufacturing
Role profile for manufacturing recruitment. Location and vacancy availability are confirmed by the team.
Coordinate daily CLC batches, moulding, curing and production quality.
Responsibilities
- Plan shift work around batching, mould availability and curing requirements.
- Check mix records, batch consistency and finished block dimensions.
- Train operators and coordinate material supply and equipment readiness.
- Record output, rejects and downtime; escalate safety and quality issues.
Qualifications
Production or mechanical technical diploma preferred; proven CLC or concrete production supervision may substitute.
Experience
3+ years in concrete or process manufacturing, including shift supervision.
Practical skills
- Batch record control and material coordination
- People supervision and practical quality checks
- Production reporting and safe operating procedures
Software & equipment
- Excel
- Batch sheets and production logs
- Basic plant HMI operation
Factory operationsFactory Operations Manager — Fabrication & CLC Plants
Role profile for manufacturing recruitment. Location and vacancy availability are confirmed by the team.
Manage workshop and production delivery, capacity, maintenance and quality.
Responsibilities
- Schedule fabrication and manufacturing work against delivery commitments.
- Coordinate supervisors, maintenance, materials and quality inspection.
- Track capacity, rework, downtime and production costs.
- Set practical safety standards and improve workshop flow and equipment availability.
Qualifications
Engineering or manufacturing qualification preferred; substantial factory leadership experience may substitute.
Experience
5+ years in industrial manufacturing, including at least 2 years managing production teams.
Practical skills
- Production planning and capacity management
- Workshop leadership and continuous improvement
- Inventory coordination and operational cost control
Software & equipment
- Excel
- ERP or production-planning software
- Maintenance and quality reporting systems
Project delivery & procurementManufacturing Project Manager — Plant Build & Commissioning
Role profile for manufacturing recruitment. Location and vacancy availability are confirmed by the team.
Deliver CLC equipment projects from approved drawings through build, testing and handover.
Responsibilities
- Build project schedules, budgets and material delivery plans.
- Coordinate design, procurement, fabrication and factory acceptance testing.
- Track technical changes, risks and supplier delays.
- Arrange commissioning and prepare handover documents and operator training.
Qualifications
Mechanical, electrical or industrial engineering qualification, or equivalent machinery-project delivery experience.
Experience
4+ years delivering industrial machinery or plant projects.
Practical skills
- Project scheduling and budget tracking
- Technical coordination and change control
- Supplier follow-up and commissioning planning
Software & equipment
- Microsoft Project or Primavera P6
- Excel
- CAD drawing review and document-control tools
Project delivery & procurementProcurement Specialist — Industrial Components & Steel
Role profile for manufacturing recruitment. Location and vacancy availability are confirmed by the team.
Source the components and materials required to fabricate and maintain CLC production equipment.
Responsibilities
- Purchase steel, motors, gearboxes, pumps, bearings and control components to approved specifications.
- Compare technical quotations, lead times and total delivered costs.
- Track purchase orders and coordinate incoming inspections.
- Maintain supplier records and resolve missing, incorrect or delayed items.
Qualifications
Relevant diploma or degree preferred; proven technical purchasing experience is acceptable.
Experience
3+ years buying industrial materials, machinery components or electrical controls.
Practical skills
- BOM and specification interpretation
- Supplier negotiation and delivery follow-up
- Purchase documentation and inventory awareness
Software & equipment
- Excel
- ERP or procurement software
- Engineering BOMs and supplier catalogues
Workshop & fabricationQuality Inspector — Fabrication & Plant Assembly
Role profile for manufacturing recruitment. Location and vacancy availability are confirmed by the team.
Verify fabricated parts and assembled plant equipment before dispatch.
Responsibilities
- Check dimensions, fit-up, weld finish and assembly against drawings.
- Document inspection results and identify non-conforming parts.
- Witness functional checks and support factory acceptance testing.
- Verify corrective work and maintain traceable inspection records.
Qualifications
Mechanical or manufacturing diploma preferred; experienced fabrication inspectors may qualify without a degree. Welding inspection training is an advantage.
Experience
2+ years inspecting steel fabrication or machinery assemblies.
Practical skills
- Dimensional inspection and drawing interpretation
- Basic weld defect recognition
- Inspection records and corrective-action follow-up
Software & equipment
- Vernier calipers, micrometers and weld gauges
- Excel
- Inspection checklists and fabrication drawings
Factory operationsProduction & Workshop Helper — Entry Level
Role profile for manufacturing recruitment. Location and vacancy availability are confirmed by the team.
Support trained operators and fabricators with materials preparation and workshop housekeeping.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and move materials using approved handling methods.
- Assist with mould cleaning, packing and supervised production tasks.
- Keep work areas and tools organised.
- Follow PPE instructions and report hazards or damaged equipment.
Qualifications
No degree or high-school diploma required. Basic reading and counting are helpful; task and safety training will be provided.
Experience
No previous experience required; reliable attendance and willingness to learn are essential.
Practical skills
- Ability to follow instructions and work with a team
- Careful material handling
- Willingness to complete practical safety training
Software & equipment
- Basic hand tools under supervision
- Material checklists
- PPE and approved handling equipment
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