Operations Specialist - Mechanical Cutting (Mining Equipment)

TL;DR

Operations Specialist - Mechanical Cutting (Mining Equipment): Establishing and maintaining manufacturing, assembly, repair and upgrade capability for hirify.global’s MC51 electric mechanical cutting system with an accent on process standardisation, product configuration and engineering change management. Focus on translating engineering designs into repeatable production processes, supporting complex builds and repairs, and improving safety, quality, cost and efficiency across the product lifecycle.

Location: Onsite in North Wollongong/Unanderra, New South Wales, Australia

Company

hirify.global manufactures heavy equipment and technology for the mining, construction and forestry industries, including electric and autonomous machinery.

What you will do

• Translate engineering designs into standardised manufacturing, assembly, repair and upgrade processes.
• Develop and improve assembly procedures, work instructions and manufacturing practices.
• Provide hands-on technical guidance and troubleshooting for builds, repairs, commissioning and process validation.
• Maintain BOMs, ERP routings, production sequences, resource requirements and standard labour data.
• Coordinate engineering changes and support manufacturing, supply chain and field operations.
• Drive continuous improvement through Lean Manufacturing, risk assessments, DFMEA/PFMEA and process validation.

Requirements

• Relevant engineering, manufacturing or technical experience in heavy equipment, mining, industrial machinery or a related environment.
• Practical, hands-on problem-solving skills and comfort working across workshop, engineering and operational settings.
• Experience interpreting drawings, specifications, BOMs, routings and manufacturing documentation.
• Strong organisation, communication and collaboration skills across engineering, manufacturing, supply chain and service functions.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and adapt in a fast-paced operational environment.
• Continuous improvement mindset focused on safety, quality, cost and efficiency.

Culture & Benefits

• Safety-focused, inclusive workplace guided by integrity, innovation and collaboration.
• Career development and access to expert-led learning courses.
• Fitness Passport, discounted health insurance and Employee Assistance Program.
• 12 weeks of paid primary carer parental leave.
• Vehicle, travel, retail and technology discounts across Australia.
• Health and wellbeing resources.