About the role

Beak Engineering (Aust) Pty Ltd is seeking an experienced Leading Hand to join our Ausnets division in O'Connor, WA.

Ausnets specialise in design, manufacture, and installation of custom designed netting structures for sporting, mining, industrial, domestic and defence applications.

The Leading Hand is a hands-on role, required to assist with all aspects of production, including netmaking, fabrication, post and net installation, repairs and maintenance.

This includes contributing towards and overseeing the manufacturing and installation processes, maintaining quality standards, managing projects, coordinating staff, ensuring safety compliance, meeting production targets, and maintaining a professional approach in client and staff interactions.

What you'll be doing

To be a contributing member of the production team, including netmaking, fabrication and installations, including remote installations.

Read and interpret installation plans, technical drawings, and work orders.

Supervise the day-to-day operations of the production team, including netmakers, fabricators and installers.

Liaise with customers, site managers, suppliers and internal teams to ensure job expectations are met.

Inspect and approve completed jobs to ensure they meet company and client specifications.

What we're looking for

Experience as a Leading Hand or Supervisor in a trades or services environment

Site installation experience would be highly regarded

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively lead and motivate a team

Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills, with a focus on delivering quality outcomes

Thorough understanding of relevant safety regulations and a commitment to workplace health and safety

Ability to work well under pressure and adapt to changing priorities

Role requirements

Manual Drivers Licence, Forklift, Working At Heights, EWP and White Card

Pre-Employment Medical

The role is subject to ongoing and random Drug and Alcohol testing

What we offer

Primarily Perth based role with some regional travel

Monthly RDO

Opportunities for career progression

If you are an experienced Leading Hand looking to join a dynamic and progressive company, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Click the "Apply Now" button to submit your application.