Are you safety-focused, reliable and ready to build specialised manufacturing skills in a highly regulated production environment? NIOA Munitions is seeking a Production Workers to join our Benalla team, supporting the safe assembly and manufacture of munitions and EO products to strict quality, safety and operating standards.

Why join us?

• Work with a respected Australian defence and munitions business.

• Be part of a close-knit production team where safety is non-negotiable.

• Develop specialised skills across manufacturing.

• Contribute to important sovereign manufacturing capability from regional Victoria.

About the role

As a Production Worker, you will assemble EO products and support the manufacture of materials in accordance with approved work instructions, procedures and operating manuals. You will work closely with production leaders and site teams to meet production standards and targets while maintaining a clean, safe and well-organised workplace.

What you’ll do

• Assemble EO and related products in line with work instructions and procedures.

• Operate production machinery and equipment safely and correctly.

• Follow health, safety, quality and environmental requirements at all times.

• Complete production paperwork and workstation records accurately.

• Identify and report equipment, product or quality issues to your team leader.

• Support production targets and assist with alternative operational tasks during downtime or breakdowns.

About you

You will bring a strong safety mindset, excellent attention to detail and the ability to work effectively in a team-based manufacturing environment. You will be comfortable performing repetitive tasks to a high standard and following procedures in a controlled, quality-focused workplace.

To be successful, you will have

• High school education, relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and training.

• A clear understanding of workplace health, safety, quality and environmental procedures.

• Good verbal and written communication skills, with basic computer capability.

• Strong attention to detail, manual dexterity and good time management.

• The ability to stand for long periods and safely lift heavy objects when required.

• Flexibility to work additional hours when needed to support delivery schedules.

Highly regarded 

• Previous manufacturing, production or process work experience.

• Experience or understanding of energetic materials.

• Current driver licence.

• Forklift licence.

• Minimum Negative Vetting 1 Security Clearance, or the ability to obtain and maintain one.

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What makes NIOA an exceptional workplace?

Our people are our greatest asset and we are committed to providing our employees with a supportive and family-like work culture, accompanied by a variety of attractive benefits including:

• Meaningful recognition, weekly pay cycles, long service awards.
• Ongoing growth through learning, mentoring, training and career progression opportunities.
• Access to 24/7 counselling and wellbeing services to support you and your family.
• Bright, welcoming workspaces with modern facilities, state-of-the-art tools, technology and perks.

About Us

We are an Australian-owned global munitions company dedicated to delivering world-leading products, solutions and technologies to militaries, law enforcement agencies and commercial customers.  We’re one team of outstanding people united in our mission to provide a secure future for our nation, our allies and our families.

If you are seeking a new challenge and would enjoy the opportunity to work in a fast paced and customer focussed business, submit your application.

For further information please visit www.nioa.com.au

Additional Screening

By applying for this role, you accept that the following checks will occur:

• Police checks
• Security screening checks (including ITAR and DISP)
• Fit to work checks
• Permanent working rights and availability to work in Australia

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