Welder/Fabricator
Trade · Wetherill Park, Sydney NSW, Australia · Full-Time · Discussed at interview
Are you a First-Class Welder/Fabricator who takes pride in precise, reliable work? An established engineering and manufacturing business in Wetherill Park, Sydney is looking for experienced tradespeople like you to join its professional workshop.
The employer wants people who can show genuine trade experience and relevant qualifications, and who turn out work to engineering standards every time. You will handle a variety of fabrication projects, putting your welding and fabrication know-how into making and assembling quality engineered components.
On offer are full-time employment, competitive pay, regular overtime and long-term career potential. Welding experience gained in the Philippines or on overseas projects can be a strong foundation for this role.
Key Responsibilities
- Read technical drawings, plans and fabrication specs before you start each job
- Measure, mark, cut and prep materials accurately, then assemble them
- Fit up and line up components properly before the final weld
- Weld with MIG, TIG and Stick processes in different positions and applications, producing clean, consistent and structurally sound welds
- Carry out all fabrication and welding to the engineering requirements, keeping dimensions and tolerances accurate from start to finish
- Check finished work for accuracy, quality and compliance
- Spot and fix any fabrication, fit-up or welding problems
- Handle workshop machinery, tools and welding gear safely, sticking to workplace health, safety and quality procedures
- Manage your assigned workshop tasks efficiently and on your own
- Coordinate with other trades and workshop staff on what each project needs
- Keep workmanship and productivity high and your work area orderly and professional
- Work overtime when needed, Saturdays included
Requirements & Eligibility
- A recognised Welding, Boilermaking or Fabrication qualification
- Demonstrated First-Class Welder/Fabricator experience, with strong hands-on time in an engineering or heavy fabrication workshop
- Practical MIG, TIG and Stick welding experience and the ability to weld confidently in multiple positions
- Proven skill in reading and understanding engineering drawings
- Strong skills in fabrication, fitting and assembly
- Able to work accurately with minimal supervision, showing a demonstrated commitment to quality and precision
- Good teamwork and communication skills
- Dependable attendance and a strong, professional work ethic
- Able and willing to do regular overtime
- Commitment to Australian workplace health and safety standards, and the ability to provide evidence of relevant qualifications and employment experience
- Sponsorship may be available for suitably qualified, experienced candidates who meet the applicable visa and sponsorship requirements
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