We are seeking a skilled Sheet Metal Worker to join our manufacturing team in Newcastle, New South Wales. This permanent, full-time position is essential for producing high-quality metal components that meet our clients’ specifications. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in sheet metal fabrication and a commitment to safety and quality standards, contributing to our reputation for excellence in the industry.

 Key responsibilities include:

• Read and interpret drawings, sketches, job cards, work instructions and specifications to determine material, equipment and fabrication requirements.
• Measure, mark out and set up sheet metal materials used by JLE Manufacturing & Hire.
• Fabricate and assemble components for JLE manufacturing, hire equipment, project works, repairs and modifications.
• Operate machinery and equipment safely where trained and authorised.
• Complete accurate measurement and quality checks to ensure finished work meets JLE standards, customer requirements and job specifications.
• Finish fabricated products by grinding, filing, sanding, polishing, cleaning and preparing surfaces for coating, delivery, hire use or installation.
• Assist with workshop fit-out, assembly, maintenance, repair, modification and preparation of fabricated items and hire assets as required.
• Support site installation, service and repair activities when required, following JLE site requirements and customer procedures.
• Report material shortages, equipment faults, quality concerns, hazards and production issues to the Workshop Manager, Supervisor or relevant JLE representative.

Why make the move?

Join a stable workshop environment with consistent production work and competitive rewards.

Benefits include:

• Competitive remuneration package.
• Family-focused hours supporting work-life balance.
• Employee benefits platform with retail, healthcare, gym, and novated leasing discounts.
• Workshop-based — one location, no site travel.
• Long-term growth potential within JLE Group and Maas Group Holdings.
• Workplace banking benefits.
• Monthly values awards and employee recognition.
• Supportive workshop team environment.  

What you’ll bring

Essential:

• Certificate III in Engineering – Fabrication Trade, Certificate III Boilermaker – Fabrication, Sheet Metal trade qualification, or equivalent recognised trade experience.
• Demonstrated experience in sheet metal fabrication, workshop fabrication or a related metal manufacturing environment.
• Current Drivers Licence
• White card
• Ability to safely operate relevant fabrication tools and machinery within training and authorisation limits.
• Sound understanding of workplace health and safety requirements in a manufacturing or workshop environment.

Desirable:

• First Aid.
• Forklift Licence.
• Experience working in a manufacturing, hire, mining, industrial, electrical infrastructure or project fabrication environment. 

About JLE Manufacturing & Hire

Established in 2004 and now part of Maas Group Holdings, JLE Group specialises in producing and renting high-quality electrical equipment that powers construction, mining, and tunnelling projects across Australia.

For skilled Sheet Metal workers, we offer consistent work in modern facilities, cutting-edge equipment, and career stability backed by a secure project pipeline. Our focus on quality, safety, and innovation creates real opportunities within a collaborative manufacturing team.

For more information, please contact HR@maasgroup.com.au