Manufacturing & Operations

About the role: Chemistry based laboratoryLocated in the suburbs of MelbourneOngoing casual contractFull time hours, Monday-FridayRecent graduates highly encouraged to apply!Full training provided Duties, but not limited to:Analysis of samples using basic wet chemistry techniquesCalibration of laboratory equipmentSample and solution preparationPerform data entry into electronic systemLiaising with internal stakeholdersAssist with the maintenance of documentationGeneral housekeeping and laboratory maintenance Skills & experience:Bachelor of Science majoring in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Science or similarPrevious experience in a laboratory would be highly advantageousGood understanding of GLP and GMPStrong attention to detailAbility to work as part of a team and independentlyExcellent verbal and written communication skills Apply! If you think this could be the role for you then please apply now! Please send us a cover letter AND a detailed resume in WORD format (PDFs can be corrupted / not processed).   Or, if you have any questions, please contact Linda on 03 9040 1630.With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.

About the Company & Role:  Our client is one of Australia’s Leading Waste Management Companies, known for their commitment to sustainability and environmental innovation.They are currently seeking a Chemist to join their team in a full-time ongoing role, with strong potential to become permanent!Unique opportunity for individuals with a Science or Engineering Background to gain valuable, hands-on experience in an Industrial Chemistry Setting. Duties:Test chemicals to determine their composition and flammabilityOrganize and unpack chemical wasteSort chemicals into their classesDecant and dispose chemical wastePackage chemical waste for destructionWear PPE (full-face respirators, chemical suits, face shields, etc.) Key Considerations: Role is based within a Warehouse (not lab based)Manual Handling is required Skills & Experience:Tertiary qualifications in Science or EngineeringKnowledge of safe chemical handlingPrevious warehouse experience - highly regardedAbility to lift up to 25kgCan-do attitude, enthusiastic to workAbility to work in a fast-paced environment Culture & Benefits:Full training providedHigh potential of going permanentEarly Start and FinishFree On-Site ParkingOvertime availableWork with a passionate and experienced teamApply Now! If you think this could be the role for you then please apply now! Please send us a detailed resume in WORD format (PDFs can be corrupted / not processed).If you have any questions, please contact Mairead on +61 2 8071 4290With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.

About the Company/Role:Renowned medical device organisation located in the Eastern suburbs of MelbourneThis company offers a purpose-driven, high-tech manufacturing environment, contributing to advancements in healthcare through precision-engineered consumablesSeeking a skilled Fitter and Turner to join their Engineering & Services team to support the fabrication, assembly, maintenance, and repair of mechanical systems.Monday – Friday, standard working hoursAttractive salary  Duties:Operate lathes, milling machines, and precision tooling to fabricate components to exact specifications.Perform equipment maintenance, troubleshoot mechanical issues, and carry out repairs.Collaborate closely with design, engineering, and production teams to machine parts and improve systems.Interpret detailed technical drawings and follow strict quality and safety procedures.Record and document all modifications, repairs, and servicing activities.Ensure the work area remains clean, organized, and hazard-free.About you:  Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade (Fitting and Turning) or equivalent trade qualificationExperience in industry would be highly regardedExperience operating hand and power toolsSkilled in workshop machining, mechanical fitting, and fabrication.Injection moulding maintenance experience is a plusProficient in reading technical drawings, with exposure to CNC and 3D printing technologies desirableA mechanical mind with a strong ability to fix and repair equipmentA hands-on problem solver with a collaborative attitude and strong safety mindset Apply! If you think this could be the role for you then please apply now! Please send us a cover letter AND a detailed resume in WORD format (PDFs can be corrupted / not processed).   Or, if you have any questions, please contact Sarah on 03 9040 1630.With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.

About the company/role:Our client is a leading radiopharmaceutical company who are eager to expand their team with a new Service Technician EngineerWith multiple sites across Australian and New Zealand, each are licensed by the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) to manufacture and distribute products throughout Australia, and by the Ministry of Health in New Zealand.Brand new state-of-the-art facilityPermanent opportunity based in AucklandFull on-the-job training will be provided Duties:In this role, you’ll be responsible for keeping high-tech equipment such as cyclotrons, synthesisers, hot cells and QC instruments perform optimally.You'll work both independently and as part of a collaborative technical team, ensuring uptime and compliance across operational sites.There are some fantastic training and career development opportunities on offer and a great team to be part of!Support operational staff when issues arise during and after production, as instructed by the Service Manager.Assist with commissioning of equipmentInstall new equipment while ensuring that they work safely and correctly.Participate in executing and further developing our clients’ preventative and planned maintenance program (PPMP)Participate with operational staff on managing and enhancing the PPMP systemUpdate and maintain Fiix Computerised Maintenance Management System.Assist Principal Engineer and Service Manager where necessary with system monitoring and breakdowns and new equipment installations.Conduct basic troubleshooting and equipment diagnostics on a regular basis.Assist with facility maintenance and completion of compliance checks/inspections.Liaise with all contracted Engineers and external service providers ensuring compliance with company procedures. About you:Trade qualification or diploma in Mechatronics, Electrical, Electronics, or Mechanical Engineering Experience maintaining industrial, laboratory or medical instrumentationStrong technical problem-solving and fault-finding abilityAn understanding of WHS and technical safety protocols would be greatExperience operating hand and power toolsExperience using a Multimeter and reading circuit diagrams highly advantageousA mechanical mind with a strong ability to fix and repair equipmentProactive, customer-focused attitudeStrong communication skills to provide technical information to internal and external stakeholders Apply! If you think this could be the role for you then please apply now! Please send us a cover letter AND a detailed resume in WORD format (PDFs can be corrupted / not processed).   Or, if you have any questions, please contact Sarah on 03 9040 1630With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.

About the company/role: Our client is seeking a Quality Control Chemist to join their team to support the production of quality agricultural chemical productions. This role will be offered on a full-time casual ongoing basis. As a QC Chemist you will perform QC testing following GLP of finished products, raw materials and incoming goods to ensure products manufactured are released within specification. Duties:Quality control using analytical and microbial testing techniquesInspection and release of incoming goodsMaintenance and calibration of laboratory instrumentsFollow OOS procedures and investigate non-conformancesDespatch of products to comply with regulatory requirements Skills/experience:  Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related fieldExperience with SOPs and regulatory standardsProficiency in wet chemistry and quality controlGood knowledge of GLP and GMPExcellent attention to detail Apply! If you think this could be the role for you then please apply now! Please send us a cover letter AND a detailed resume in WORD format (PDFs can be corrupted / not processed).   Or, if you have any questions, please contact the Simon at brisbane@evolvescientific.com.au With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.

About the role:The company is a reputable manufacturer of chemical, adhesive and coating products and they are currently undergoing substantial growth.Based in the western suburbs of Melbourne.Permanent full-time opportunityMonday to Friday with standard working hours About your duties: Reporting to the Technical Manager, your main responsibilities may include:Manage and assist with projects from concept to commercializationCreate/reformulate product at laboratory-scale and conduct analytical and application testingRecord data and report experimental workLiaise with key stakeholders (production, quality, marketing etc.) and customers.Calibration of laboratory equipmentFollow company policies and proceduresGeneral laboratory housekeepingOther duties as requiredAbout you: The successful candidate will have a Bachelor of Science, majoring in Chemistry, Formulation Science or equivalent work experience.You will come with several years’ experience as an R&D Chemist within the chemical/coatings industry.Good understanding of the coating technology platforms Deliver projects / tasks on time and as per plan Effective organizational skills and management of multiple projects Problem solving, excellent communication and interpersonal skillsGood team player and be able to work in a cross-functional team environment. Apply! If you think this could be the role for you then please apply now! Please send us a cover letter AND a detailed resume in WORD format (PDFs can be corrupted / not processed).  Or, if you have any questions, please contact Priyanka on 03 9040 1630.With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.

About the Company/Role:Our client is an Australian technology company focused on the commercialisation of innovative laser enrichment technologies for applications including Uranium enrichment, Silicon enrichment and medical isotope enrichment. The Lead Electronics Engineer is responsible for directing, supporting, and working with the electronics and controls team in the development, design, engineering analysis, and compliance validation of bespoke control systems and plant equipment. Responsibilities include:Consult with the senior technical team regarding engineering and technical decisionsProvide technical advice to the Project Managers on resourcing, scheduling, & budgeting.Reporting on the progress of assigned projects - potential electrical and control system risks and delays, and risk mitigation strategies.Develop & implement new engineering design initiatives required to support emerging research and development activities undertaken by the Company.Conduct engineering assessment, compliance validation, and sign-off on regulated inhouse built and procured equipment.Focus on continued engineering development and scaling of the company’s current and future technologies.Manage activities with electronics contractors and external workshops.Manage the electrical and controls designs of the Commercial Plant Laser System equipment and associated systems - documentation, output management, QA/QC processes, engineering design approval, and engineering design control.Manage the compliance of the Commercial Plant Laser System equipment – Technology Readiness Level & Manufacturing Readiness Level of the systems for commercial plant implementation.Implement and manage the controls and electrical engineering, compliance, and fabrication plan.Under the direction of the Project Manager, manage the electronics and controls engineering team in the construction of equipment in accordance with approved designs.Skills & Experience:Bachelor’s degree in electronics engineering or related disciplineAustralian Citizenship requiredExperience in a comparable technical/engineering role with project management knowledgeExperience in the design and manufacturing of industrial controls and their standards and compliance.Experience in electrical and control system compliance, industrial control panel design, Power electronics design and circuit simulation.Experience in the implementation of engineering design and validation processes and systems.Excellent written and oral communication skills with a collaborative working styleAbility to identify and execute key project tasks through to completion with continuous improvement focusCommercially astute with the ability to identify technical & resourcing risks and implement mitigation methods.Apply!If you think this could be the role for you then please apply now! Please send us a cover letter AND a detailed resume in WORD format (PDFs can be corrupted / not processed).  Or, if you have any questions, please contact Nikita on 02 8071 4290 or sydney@evolvescientific.com.au.With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.

About the Company:            Our client is a national food and beverage manufacturer of globally renowned brands. With sites based across Australia, their Brisbane site is seeking a Microbiologist for a full-time casual role with an immediate start! This role is on-going with the possibility of permanent. About the Role:Reporting to the Quality Team Manager, the Microbiologist will be responsible for (but not limited to):•    Collecting samples of raw materials, in-process and finished products•    Performing routine chemical and microbiological analyses in a high-volume laboratory•    Performing environmental monitoring and testing•    Operating, calibrating, maintaining and cleaning of laboratory equipment•    Liaising with internal stakeholders in manufacturing and quality assurance team providing feedback in the daily meeting•    Monitoring and reporting on results of laboratory tests•    Maintaining a safe working environment•    Working within recognised quality frameworksSkills & Experience:To be considered for this role you will have/be able to demonstrate:•    Degree level qualifications in Microbiology (or equivalent) PLUS relevant experience in a food manufacturing laboratory;•    Excellent microbiological skills•    Knowledge of GMP and HACCP is advantageous;•    Ability to accurately monitor and report on results of laboratory tests;•    Ability to lift up to 10kgs;Apply!If you think this could be the role for you then please apply now! Please send us a cover letter AND a detailed resume in WORD format (PDFs can be corrupted / not processed).  Or, if you have any questions, please contact Steph on 07 31750680. With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.