API Turner | Machinist

Superior Energy Services (Australia) are actively seeking experienced API Turner – General Machinist to join our busy team in Wurruk, Victoria.

API Turner – General Machinist will produce machined parts by programming, setting up, and operating a computer numerical control (CNC) machine; maintaining quality and safety standards; keeping records; maintaining equipment and supplies.

Candidates need to be experienced and competent with:

• API 7-1 Thread Machining
• Grant Prideco Thread Machining
• Machine Programming using Fanuc CNC Controller
• CNC & Manual experience in Turning, Milling, Drilling and Horizontal Boring is advantageous
• Knowledge of API Q1 preferred
• Must have the legal right to work in Australia

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Set-up and manage CNC machines to perform different jobs including drilling, grinding, and milling.
• Translate engineering drawings and requirements into dimensions for production.
• Ensure the CNC machine operates in accordance with the guidelines of the company.
• Oversee the machines while they execute the tasks and make the necessary changes to produce improved results.
• Check machinery on a daily basis to guarantee functionality.
• Record all machine actions by completing production and quality logs.
• Provide timelines to management.
• Communicate logistics issues that arise in the process of creating a part.
• Ensure that results of machining process align with client expectations.
• Conduct regular CNC machine assessments.
• Carryout maintenance and calibration of machine and related equipment as directed.

Required Education & Experience

• High School Education or equivalent.
• 2-3 years' relevant experience in the oil and gas industry.
• Knowledge of Hydraulic Workover and Snubbing Equipment preferred.
• Experience as CNC Machinist.
• Knowledge & Experience of API 7-1 & API Q1 preferred.
• Grant Prideco Thread machining.
• Programming using Fanuc CNC control.
• Ability to work from sketches, prints, operation sheets, preliminary drawings, and written/verbal instructions.
• Ability to set up and operate all CNC and general lathes.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical computations.

Additional Requirement

• Applicants must have unrestricted working rights in Australia or hold valid Australian work authorisation enabling them to perform the requirements of the role.