WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

About the Team

Reporting to the Team Lead – Paint and Liners, you will be part of the greater Surface Technology team working alongside six Painter’s and Trades Assistant’s. This team forms part of the RDA Production team which includes the Weld Shop, Prototype Shop, Assembly teams and Armour Shop.

About the Role

As part of the RDA Surface Technology Team; the Liner Bonder is responsible for the preparation and adhesive bonding/sealing of ballistic protection liner to armoured vehicles and components to the Adhesive Bonding Standard TLA 0023.

As a Liner Bonder, you can anticipate some of your day-to-day tasks to include:

• Surface preparation and adhesive bonding of liner to the Adhesive Bonding TLA 0023 standard;
• Assisting EAE’s with process compliance to the TLA 0023 (material, work area and tooling management, process/quality control);
• Surface preparation/pre-treatment of armour steel assemblies prior to surface coatings;
• Achieve certification as a European Adhesives Bonder (EAB) as per Adhesive Bonding Standard TLA 0023 requirements (training provided by RDA);
• Responsible for management of Lining Booth work areas and tooling – ensuring compliance with the requirements of the Adhesive Bonding Standard TLA0023;
• Management of adhesives and materials to RDA OHS requirements and the Adhesive Bonding Standard TLA0023;
• Support European Bonding Engineer (EAE) with process start up and ongoing continuous improvement activities; and
• Other duties and responsibilities that may be required as determined with your manager from time to time.

WHAT QUALIFICATIONS YOU SHOULD HAVE

• Experience working in a process environment in a production or manufacturing facility;
• Good mechanical aptitude;
• Fast learner and the ability and willingness to understand new concepts;
• Sound computer skills – Microsoft Office skills and general data entry programs;
• The ability to travel interstate or overseas for training if required (generally once off training); and
• Must hold or be eligible to obtain an Australian Government Security Clearance (must hold Australian Citizenship).

WHAT WE OFFER YOU

• Uniforms, tools and training provided;
• On-site subsidized café with themed days and multiple dietary options;
• Genuine career development and progression opportunities;
• Generous internal incentive and referral program;
• Work as part of a team with real purpose in what we do;
• Paid within an EA award with salary sacrificing and novated leases;
• Exclusive employee discounts with over 400 retailers in Australia to help cost of living;
• Long weekends every second week with a 9 day working fortnight;
• Opportunity to work on major projects within our Vehicle Systems (Logistic, Tactical Wheeled, Tactical Tracked), Electronic Solutions, Weapon & Ammunition Divisions);
• Extensive Employee Assistance Program to support overall health and wellbeing; and
• We are proud to be recognised as an Endorsed Employer for All Women by WORK180.

CONTACT INFORMATION

RDA Talent Acquisition Team

Recruitment.Australia@rheinmetall.com.au

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Applications will close on 16 May 2025

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

A Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian Citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain appropriate clearance.

International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable and such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role.

Further information regarding clearance is available at: https://www.defence.gov.au/security/clearances

We know that when people from diverse backgrounds and different points of view work together, we create the most value – for our clients, our people and our community. If you don’t think you quite meet all of the requirements of the position, we’d still love to hear from you.

If you would like to express your interest in this role, please speak to your Line/Direct manager before applying.