General Hand

SGS Australia is a leading provider of Testing, Inspection, and Certification services, supporting multiple industries across the country with trusted expertise and technical excellence. Backed by SGS’s global legacy of over 140 years, we operate one of the largest networks of accredited laboratories and field facilities in Australia, with a network of more than 50 offices and laboratories and over 1,400 employees across Australia. We are accredited by NATA and ISO 9001, ensuring our services meet both Australian and international standards.

We are seeking a reliable General Hand to support our operations, working on finishing processes for Redback Drilling Tools, pressure control components, and equipment repairs. This is a hands-on role within a manufacturing environment, offering the opportunity to develop practical skills and contribute to quality outcomes.

You may also be involved in additional projects as directed by the Plant Supervisor.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out finishing processes on drilling tools and components
• Assist with repairs of pressure control equipment
• Support general workshop activities as required
• Participate in special projects when requested
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment

About You

• Current and valid driver’s licence
• Current forklift licence
• Previous experience (2+ years) in a manufacturing or engineering environment is desirable
• Exposure to toolmaking is advantageous
• Physically fit and able to perform manual tasks

Be part of a team supporting the production and maintenance of Redback Drilling Tools. This is a great opportunity to build your skills, gain hands-on experience, and grow within a supportive environment.

WHY WORK FOR SGS?

Working at SGS means joining an innovative, Global company. Here are some of the benefits to working for SGS. 

•    As a company, we have embraced the shift to flexible work
•    Sustainability is embedded in our culture and the way we do business
•    Paid parental leave
•    Paid time for volunteering day and blood donations
•    Corporate health & wellbeing offers
•    Ongoing learning & development 
•    Career development opportunities (Nationally and Globally)
•    SGS Rewards: Our employee benefits platform with access to retail and online discounts and cashback

COME TO WORK AND BE 100% YOU
SGS Australia supports a diverse workforce, we encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures – including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the LGBTQI+ community and people living with disability. Providing employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people is an important part of our SGS Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP). We truly believe the diversity among us will continue to foster a strong, innovative, and forward-thinking workplace.
SGS Australia acknowledges and pays respect to the past, present and future Traditional Custodians and Elders of this nation and the continuation of cultural, spiritual, and educational practices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.