Bar Mill Operator - Steel Manufacturing (Temp to Perm)
Location: Laverton North | Roster: 12-Hour Rotating Shifts | Type: Full-Time Hours, Ongoing work
Pay Rate: $48.23/hr (Day) | $62.69/hr (Night % Super
Join one of Australia's leading steel manufacturers at our Laverton North Bar Mill in a hands-on, high-impact operational role. We're seeking safety-focused, mechanically minded operators to work across multiple mill and finishing areas in a 24/7 production environment.
This is an exciting opportunity to secure long-term, stable work with excellent pay, ongoing training, and a predictable rotating roster provided 6 months in advance.
What We're Looking For
* Valid LF Forklift Licence (essential)
* Ability to pass a mechanical aptitude test
* Experience in heavy industrial or production environments (steel preferred)
* Strong focus on safety, quality, and teamwork
* Trade Qualification (highly regarded)
* Crane Licence (highly regarded)
* Commitment to maintaining high standards in safety, production, and housekeeping
* Pass a full medical check (physical, drug and alcohol)
Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities
As a Bar Mill Operator, you will be trained and rotated across multiple areas, including:
* Roll & Guide Operations: Stand Preparation & Chocks: Dismantle and assemble 16" mill stands, build/refurbish roll and guide equipment, and maintain operational and housekeeping standards.
* Roughing, Finishing & Main Pulpit Operations: Monitor and control equipment from the reheat furnace through to the cooling bed, ensuring continuity of hot rolling, cutting, and handling systems while delivering quality product.
* Cold Shear & Raker Operations: Operate and monitor cold shear, guide bars through holding cradles, and assist in maintaining downstream production flow.
* Bundler, Stacker & Tagging Operations: Bundle, tie, and tag products to customer specifications, ensuring correct weights and efficient product delivery.
* Straightener Operations: Ensure angles and channels meet Australian Standards while monitoring and controlling equipment flow.
* Laboratory Operations: Conduct quality checks to ensure products meet Australian and Infrabuild standards.
* Safety & Shift Handover: Maintain high safety standards, follow lockout/tagout procedures, and prepare the next shift for success.
Roster & Pay
* 12-hour rotating shift pattern:
* 2 Days (6am - 6pm)
* 2 Nights (6pm - 6am)
* 4 Days Off
* Rosters issued 6 months in advance - plan holidays and personal time with confidence
* Rates:
* $48.23/hr (Day)
* $62.69/hr (Night)
* Plus 16.5% superannuation
What's in it for You?
* Secure, ongoing role with a clear pathway to permanency
* Consistent, fair roster with regular 4-day breaks
* Excellent pay and benefits, including night shift loading and 16.5% super
* Supportive, safety-first work culture with room to grow
* Ongoing training and development across key steelmaking operations