Metal Casting Trades Worker

Join a trusted Australian foundry with over 65 years of manufacturing excellence.

White Industries is Australia’s largest family-owned foundry, supplying high-quality cast metal components to major clients across mining, logistics, and agriculture. With more than six decades of continuous operation, we are known for quality, reliability, and innovation.

We are currently seeking an experienced Trade Qualified Foundry Moulder to join our Ipswich operations on a full-time, permanent basis, with regular overtime available.

About the Role

Working within our Aftercast team, you will prepare sand moulds for the casting of molten metal in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

This role offers:

38-hour week (Monday to Friday)

Consistent overtime opportunities

Stable, long-term employment in a safety-focused workplace

You will report directly to the Aftercast Team Leader and work as part of a skilled, collaborative production team.

Key Responsibilities

Produce moulds and cores using boxed and boxless moulding techniques

Select appropriate metal stock to meet job and casting requirements

Operate sand mixing machinery and prepare moulding boxes, setting patterns in place prior to pour

Fill moulding boxes with sand, apply refractory paint, and position cores correctly in moulds

Pour or assist with pouring molten metal into prepared moulds

Heat metal in furnaces and apply hammering, punching, and cutting techniques using hand tools and machine presses where required

Temper and harden finished articles through quenching in oil or water baths, or by controlled air cooling

Cut, trim, shape, and smooth stock to form mould patterns

Inspect patterns and identify defects impacting casting quality

Apply basic metallurgy principles to support sound castings

Finish metal articles by polishing, buffing, and applying shellac, lacquer, paint, or other specified finishes

Operate overhead cranes and lifting equipment safely

Correct use and maintenance of PPE and safety equipment

Maintain clean and organised work areas

Contribute to continuous improvement and safe work practices

Skills & Experience Required

You will have one of the following:

Trade qualification as a Moulder, Patternmaker, Coremaker, Metallurgist, Furnaceman or Pourer, or

Minimum 4 years’ foundry experience

You will demonstrate:

Understanding of running and feeding systems

Knowledge of mould coating technology and finishing operations

Ability to interpret engineering drawings

Safe operation of overhead cranes and lifting equipment

Strong attention to detail and pride in workmanship

Commitment to workplace safety and team collaboration

What We Offer

Competitive pay based on skills and experience

Significant overtime opportunities

Stable employment with a long-standing Australian manufacturer

Supportive team culture with a focus on quality and safety

How to Apply

If you are a skilled foundry tradesperson looking for long-term, full-time work with overtime available, we’d like to hear from you.

Please apply with your resume and cover letter.