Machine Operator (CNC & Gantry Crane) - Night Shift

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

Working Monday to Thursday (2:00pm – 12:30am), you’ll be responsible for setting and operating CNC cutting machines while ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency across the workshop.

Key responsibilities include:

• Set and operate CNC Plasma/Laser cutters - current machine is a Kinetic K2000 Plasma machine or Laser CO2 machine
• Use overhead gantry cranes and lifting equipment safely
• Load and unload steel plates and finished parts
• Monitor cut quality and complete quality checks
• Label, sort, and process cut parts
• Help keep machines running efficiently with minimal downtime
• Work safely both independently and as part of the night shift team

Requirements

• CNC plasma or laser machine operating experience
• Experience handling steel, plate, or heavy materials
• Overhead crane experience preferred
• OSH forklift licence + F endorsement
• Ability to read drawings and follow instructions
• understanding of quality checks and safe machine operation
• Able to work unsupervised on a permanent night shift

Benefits

• Permanent role with guaranteed hours and weekly wages
• Training provided and opportunities to grow
• Supportive team and great workplace culture
• Health and wellness programme
• Trusted, established business with steady work
• Flat structure and approachable leaders
• Enhanced parental leave

Ready to Join Us?

Click Apply Now to take the next step in your career with Vulcan. We’re excited to meet you!

Please note that you must be currently residing in New Zealand or have a valid work visa to be considered for this position.

We are committed to health and safety in our organisation. Due to the nature of this role & our business, a pre-employment medical and drug screen is part of the recruitment process for the successful person.