Elphinstone Engineering is a proudly Tasmanian, family-owned engineering company based in Triabunna on the state's stunning east coast. Founded in 1976 by Graeme Elphinstone, the business has grown from retrofitting on-board scales to local log trucks into a nationally recognised leader in transport engineering – designing and manufacturing specialised trailers, smart onboard weighing systems and Antarctic traverse equipment.
From our Triabunna workshop we support some of the toughest applications in Australia and beyond – from folding logging trailers and heavy haulage equipment through to polar sleds built for Australian and international Antarctic programs, engineered to perform reliably at temperatures down to –50°C.
To support this work, Elphinstone has invested heavily in modern manufacturing technology, including Okuma CNC vertical machining centres and associated tooling, allowing our team to produce high-precision components for both production runs and complex one-off projects. As a CNC Machinist here, you won't be stuck on repetitive work – you'll be machining a variety of parts for trailers, turntables, weighing systems and Antarctic equipment, often working directly from 3D models and alongside our in-house design and fabrication teams.
We offer the stability of a long-established business, a tight-knit, hands-on team culture and the lifestyle benefits of working in a regional coastal community – without compromising on the quality of the gear you get to work with. At Elphinstone Engineering, your skills as a machinist directly contribute to equipment that's trusted on highways, in forests and on the ice.
CNC Machinist
We are seeking an experienced CNC Machinist to join our team. Our workshop handles a broad range of CNC and conventional machining tasks, producing everything from one-off components to full production runs. You'll work with various materials such as steels, aluminium, plastics and stainless. The role offers diverse and engaging work, from simple parts to highly precise, quality-critical components.
Key Responsibilities
• Machine components accurately and efficiently using engineering drawings and samples
• Create CNC programs at the machine and through CAD/CAM software
• Set up and operate a CNC 3-axis milling machine and slant-bed lathe equipped with Okuma OSP Control
• Operate a CNC plasma cutter
• Identify material needs, equipment requirements, and plan job sequences
• Inspect and validate parts using precision measuring tools
• Support the training and development of apprentices
To Be Successful, You Will Have:
• A strong focus on safe work practices
• A relevant recognised mechanical trade qualification
• Hands-on experience with CNC machining and CAM programming
• Experience with AutoCAD, Inventor, or similar CAD software (desirable)
• Background in machining small to large jobs within an industrial jobbing environment
• The ability to complete work on schedule and to a high standard