Turret Assembly

About the Team This role reports up through a Team Lead to our Production and Service Manager - Weapons and Weapons Systems and forms part of our growing Weapons and Weapon Systems team. You will work alongside Technical Service Representatives, Fitter Amourers, Firing Tunnel Specialists and Integration and Commissioning Technician's. The role will be based at our Military Vehicle Centre of Excellence (MILVEHCOE) in Redbank. About the Role The Turret Assembly - Fitter/ Mechanic is responsible for the successful assembly of Turret systems in L400 Phase 2 Boxer vehicle and similar assemblies. The fitter/mechanic will ensure to complete the preassembly, assembly and inspection tasks in accordance with RDA manufacturing instructions, quality standards, and WH&S requirements. The general and generic duties of the Turret Assembly- Fitter Mechanic include, but are not limited to: Completing the Inspection and pre-assembly checks of Weapons Assembly and associated components prior to Integration; Complete Pre and Post shipment technical inspections of Weapons Assembly and associated components; assist with generating warranty/technical reports for stakeholders; Completing Weapon assembly and Acceptance Test Protocols IAW OEM requirements; Turret pre-assembly including but limited to Cradle, Barrel support, weapon housing and COAX soft mount; Turret assembly line; Technical drawing interpretation; Conduct Technical Inspection, Pre and Post fire servicing's; Complete Weapon system technical reports and assist Quality department investigations and reporting as required; Maintain the safe and efficient storage of required parts, tools and equipment in the workshop areas; Support the materials team to complete the movement, delivery, and inspection of parts and consumables; Complete work as required from time to time at other facilities including at the sites of RDA customers and suppliers; Conduct self and work in accordance with company and site specific WH&S requirements; and Other duties and responsibilities that may be required as determined with your manager from time to time.
WHAT QUALIFICATIONS YOU SHOULD HAVEWhat are we looking for? Rheinmetall seeks applicants who exemplify our Company's values of Safety, Partnering, Openness, Respect and Trust (SPORT). This creates a workplace environment where employees value each other, live up to their promises and communicate openly. The experience and skillset best suited to this role includes: Minimum trade qualified fitter and turner (Cert III Engineering - Mechanical or equivalent); Armourer experience and/or qualifications; The ability to provide technical leadership to a multi-trade team integrating functions including mechanical and electrical assembly, commissioning and testing; Availability to travel overseas for required systems training and support of build events in Germany for minimum 3 months consecutive period; The ability to gain security clearance commensurate to Australian Defence Force base access; Willingness to participate and contribute as part of a team; and Eligibility to obtain an Australian Government Security Clearance (Australian Citizenship required).
WHAT WE OFFER YOU Uniforms, tools and training provided; Long weekends every second week with a 9 day fortnight; Attractive remuneration packages with salary sacrificing and novated leases; Access to exclusive employee discounts with over 500 retailers to support cost of living; Market leading parental leave and loyalty leave accrual for every year of service; On-site subsidised café with themed days and multiple dietary options; Extensive Employee Assistance Program to support you and your family with overall health and wellbeing; Genuine career development and progression opportunities; Generous internal incentive and referral program; Work as part of a team with real purpose in what we do; We are proud to be an Endorsed Employer for All Women with WORK180.
CONTACT INFORMATIONRDA Talent Acquisition Team [email protected] #LI-NG1Applications will close on 1 January 2025