CNC Machine Operator
Founded in 1995, Vulcan is Australasia’s highest performing metals distributor and processor, delivering solutions that enable excellence. With 66 sites and ~1300 employees across New Zealand and Australia, our sustained growth can be attributed to our superior service and dedication to continuous improvement across every facet of our business – and this always starts with people.
About the Role
We’re looking for a reliable, hands-on operator to run our CNC cutting machines (LVD CO₂ laser). You'll be trained on plasma cutters, overhead cranes, and lifting gear. If you’ve got good attention to detail, enjoy physical work, and want stable, full-time hours—this could be the role for you.
What you’ll do:
- Operate and maintain CNC machines
- Load/unload steel plates/sheets using cranes and lifting gear
- Keep production running and minimise downtime
- Check parts for quality and accuracy
- Work safely and support the team
- CNC or machine operator experience (bonus if it’s laser or plasma)
- Forklift licence (F endorsement a plus)
- Full driver’s licence and reliable transport
- Physically fit and safety focused
- Can work independently and get stuck in
- Full on-the-job training and development
- Long-term career opportunities in a stable, growing business
- A supportive team environment where your efforts are recognised
- Join a company that puts safety and people first
- Our health and wellness programme is available to all our employees, including on-site gyms in various locations
Sound like you? Apply now and build a future with Vulcan.
We are committed to health and safety in our organisation. Due to the nature of this role & our business, a pre-employment drug screen is part of the recruitment process for the successful person.
Please note that you must be currently residing in New Zealand or have a valid work visa to be considered for this position.