Machine Operator
Melbourne,
VIC,
Australia
Stonemason Fabricator Mulgrave VIC | Full-time
About the Role
We are seeking a reliable and skilled Machine Operator to join our production team. You will operate stone processing machinery to cut, shape, drill and polish natural, engineered and porcelain/ultra-compact stone.
Working from shop drawings and work orders, you will ensure work is completed safely, accurately and efficiently while maintaining quality and production requirements.
About You
- Takes pride in achieving a high-quality finish
- Has strong mechanical aptitude and practical problem-solving skills
- Pays close attention to detail, shop drawings, measurements, and machinery tolerances
- Communicates and collaborates effectively with shop foremen, stonemasons, and factory staff
- Remains reliable, calm, and solutions-focused under tight production schedules
- Takes genuine ownership of machinery care, material wastage, and factory safety
- Understands the importance of safety, cleanliness and presentation
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand for extended periods
- Ability to lift and handle stone materials safely
- Comfortable working on construction sites
- Able to always wear required PPE
About Pazzi
Pazzi Marble & Granite is a family-built architectural stone company specialising in premium natural stone for high-end residential and architectural projects. We combine advanced technology with traditional craftsmanship and hold high standards of quality, accountability and continuous improvement.
What you will do
- Operates CNC machines, bridge saws, edge polishers, waterjet and other processing equipment
- Set up and operate machinery according to drawings, specifications and production requirements
- Safely load, position and secure stone for processing
- Perform cutting, drilling, profiling, polishing and other machine processes
- Monitor machine operation and make basic adjustments where required
- Inspect finished pieces for quality, accuracy and defects
- Follow shop drawings, work orders and production instructions
- Meet production targets and deadlines while maintaining quality
- Minimise material wastage through efficient machine operation
- Perform routine cleaning and basic maintenance of machinery
- Report machine faults, damaged materials and production issues promptly
- Work collaboratively with stonemasons, apprentices and other production staff
- Maintain a clean, organised and safe work area
What we need
- Proven experience in in machine operations, manufacturing or a similar environment
- Experience in stone processing or fabrication is preferred
- Ability to read and understand shop drawings and work orders
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Good mechanical aptitude and practical problem-solving skills
- Ability to work efficiently and meet production deadlines
- Strong commitment to safety and site requirements
- Physically capable of safely handling stone and working around machinery
- White Card holder
Nice to have
- Experience operating CNC, bridge saw, waterjet or polishing machinery
- Experience working with natural stone, engineered stone and porcelain/ultra-compact materials
- CNC CAD/CAM experience
- Relevant CNC, engineering, manufacturing or machine-operation qualification
- Forklift, crane or suction equipment experience/certification
- Experience providing guidance or support to apprentices and labourers
What's great in the job?
- Work in a professional, high-standard stone fabrication environment alongside skilled craftspeople
- Clear expectations and consistent standards — you always know what good looks like
- Real opportunity to learn workshop and site skills with a pathway into more skilled roles
- Stable full-time work supporting both fabrication and installation teams
- Direct feedback and a culture that values reliability, ownership and doing the job properly
Our Product
What We Offer
This is a high-standard support role across both teams. If you take pride in reliability, safety and doing the job properly, we want to hear from you.Apply now with your resume.
Perks
A full-time position
Attractive salary package.
Trainings
Opportunity to learn real skills across workshop and site with clear pathway for progression
Pursuit of excellence
Work in a high-standard professional environment with direct feedback and clear expectations
Eat, Drink + Events
Fruit, coffee and
snacks provided + monthly employee engagement.
