Production Operator - Rolling Mill

Pacific Steel, a wholly owned subsidiary of BlueScope, is New Zealand’s only manufacturer of wire rod, reinforcing bar and coil products. You may know us for our flagship SEISMIC® brand or WIREMARK® branded fencing wire, trusted by New Zealand’s fencing industry for over 50 years.

About the Role

We’re looking for a hands-on and motivated person to join our Rolling Mills team at Pacific Steel.

As a Rolling Mills Operator, you’ll receive full training to operate across a range of stations within either the Hot or Cold End of our Rolling Mills. You’ll play an important role in producing high-quality steel bar and coil while helping keep our equipment and processes running safely and efficiently.

Reporting to the Shift Supervisor, this is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys practical, hands-on work and wants to build their skills in a supportive team environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Operating equipment across various stations within the Hot or Cold End of the Rolling Mills
• Producing high-quality steel bar and coil to required standards
• Supporting the maintenance of mechanical rolling equipment to ensure reliable and smooth operation
• Monitoring the rolling process and responding to operational requirements
• Working as part of a team to achieve production targets
• Maintaining a strong focus on health, safety and quality at all times

You don’t need to have extensive experience — we value attitude and a willingness to learn.

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Hands-on and enjoys working with machinery and equipment
• Comfortable with a variety of tasks and working in a team environment
• Natural problem-solvers with a practical, mechanical mindset
• Safety-focused and committed to doing things the right way
• Reliable, motivated and willing to learn
• Keen to develop new skills and grow their career within the business

   

   

Being part of the BlueScope brand makes us a strong and successful global company offering connections throughout the world and providing access to resources and tools from the wider business. We believe our people are our strength and embrace diversity and inclusion as we aim to have the right people in the right roles to move us into the future. If you enjoy working with people who are practical, put your safety first, and care about the communities in which they work, then Pacific Steel is the place for you.

We have opportunities for learning and development, unique work location, onsite medical centre, free parking, an excellent remuneration package and a supportive team environment.

Does this sound like the next step in your career? Click ‘Apply’ now!

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