ASSEMBLER/FACTORY HAND

Our Company 

Mobility Plus is a leading Australian manufacturer of Custom-Built, Manual Wheelchairs. For 40 years now, our family owned business has been manufacturing wheelchairs right here in Melbourne. We are also a national provider of Assistive Technology with divisions in power assist & recreational devices, paediatric equipment, vehicle solutions and manual handling equipment.

The Opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity available to join our hardworking, friendly team within our Fairfield based manufacturing facility. This is a casual position with scope to become permanent/full time. Our factory operates from 8am to 4pm Monday to Friday excluding public holidays. All tools and necessary training is provided. Career advancement opportunities within our various divisions and multitude of trades used are also available to the right candidate. Such opportunities may include apprenticeships or short TAFE courses. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Assembly of custom manual wheelchairs for both individual end users and corporate clients - includes day wheelchairs and sports wheelchairs

• Fabrication & assembly of parts including armrests, footplates, wheels and other bespoke items

• Assisting with on-site servicing and modifications to existing manual wheelchairs

• Completing quality assurance checks of works completed

• Installation of various power assist devices

• Maintaining a neat and tidy work area

Skills & Attributes Required:

• Ability to use hand & power tools

• Previous assembly experience or electronics background highly regarded

• Experience with aluminium or steel fabrication highly regarded

• General labouring experience highly regarded

• Ability to interpret and work from manuals, drawings and verbal instructions

• A safe work ethic & willingness to learn new skills

• Ability to work as part of a team & autonomously

• Excellent time management skills

• A focus on high quality workmanship and total customer satisfaction

• Ability to problem solve & think laterally

• Must be willing to undertake NDIS worker screening check & Working with Children Check

If you believe you are the right person with a can-do attitude then please apply with covering letter and resume.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.