About You

You’re an experienced Manual Machinist who takes pride in producing quality work and getting the job done right.

You’re reliable, take ownership of your work and can work confidently without needing to be micromanaged. You understand the importance of accuracy, attention to detail and meeting deadlines, particularly when working on complex components.

You’ll be comfortable working as part of a team, but equally capable of getting stuck into a job independently.

About Us

Mig-Co Engineering is a well-established, family-owned engineering company operating since 1997.

We specialise in machining, fabrication and mechanical assembly across the mining, oil & gas, manufacturing, defence and commercial marine sectors throughout Australia.

We’re a practical, hands-on team that takes pride in our workmanship, our people and the relationships we build with our customers.

As we continue to grow, we’re investing in our people, equipment and facilities — including our new workshop in Hope Valley.

The Opportunity

We’re looking for an experienced Manual Machinist to join our team at our Naval Base workshop.

This is a full-time position working across a variety of manual machining jobs, components and industries. No two jobs are necessarily the same, so you’ll need to be adaptable and confident working through different machining requirements.

The role will primarily be workshop-based, with opportunities for local onsite machining work when required.

Pay rates will be negotiated based on your experience and skill level.

We’ll also provide ongoing on-the-job training and opportunities to further develop your skills as our capabilities continue to grow.

Your Responsibilities

• Operate manual lathes, mills and other workshop machinery

• Manufacture, repair and modify components to specification

• Read and interpret engineering drawings

• Set up and operate machines accurately and efficiently

• Measure and inspect completed work

• Carry out basic machine maintenance and troubleshooting

• Complete job documentation and records

• Maintain a clean, safe and organised work area

• Work to Mig-Co’s quality and safety standards

Skills & Experience

• Minimum 3 years’ experience as a Manual Machinist

• Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade or equivalent

• Strong manual machining skills across lathes and mills

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings

• Good understanding of machining tolerances and measurements

• Strong attention to detail

• Ability to problem-solve and work independently

• Reliable, practical and committed to producing quality work

Essential Requirements

• Relevant Trade Certificate

• White Card

• Current C Class WA Driver’s Licence and own transport

• Ability to pass site medical and drug & alcohol testing

• Permanent Australian residency with full working rights

Defence-related screening applies, including identity, work-rights and criminal-history checks.

Looking for a long-term opportunity with a stable and growing engineering company?

Apply now or email ••••@migco.com.au with any queries.