About the role: 

• Comply with the company's WH&S policies and procedures to maintain a safe work environment; participate and contribute to WH&S meetings

• Follow and enforce strict safety regulations such as wearing heat-resistant gloves, protective masks, and safety shoes.

• Interpret technical drawings and using the correct tools and work methods to weld and produce production work to a high standard

• Lay out sheet steel plate, and locate and mark bending and cutting lines, using protractors, compasses, and drawing instruments or templates

• Weld small and large components such as tanks, frames, bends and pipelines

• Manage and maintain welders and machinery used and monitor machinery for appropriate usage and temperature

• Assess welded surfaces, structures and components to identify errors

• Weld components in flat, vertical, and overhead positions.

• Assemble welded and/or part components using physical or mechanical lifting equipment as required

• Attend customer sites for welding of components in situ or new projects and repair of existing infrastructure

• Using acquired knowledge, make decisions and problem solve within the scope of the position; seek guidance from the Workshop Leading Hand as required

• Assist with training of production staff within the workshop as required to raise quality standards

• Assist to maintain equipment and machinery within the workshop; report equipment or machinery that requires repair or replacement

About the candidate

• Relevant trade qualifications and additional training, e.g. Working at Heights, Confined Spaces

• Able to read and interpret technical drawings

• Attention to detail

• Clear communication skills; ability to communicate with people from diverse backgrounds

• Car licence, Forklift licence or the commitment and ability to obtain one.

• Ability to prioritise and flexibility to adjust to shifting work priorities

Annual income for a standard 38-hour week excluding superannuation ranges from $75,000 to $90,000 per annum, commensurate with industry rates, skills, and experience.

How to Apply

If you think you have the above qualities, are looking for a new challenge, and believe you have what it takes to drive a team to succeed consistently, please forward your resume, along with a cover letter, by clicking on the apply button below.  Alternatively, you may email your application letter with a resume to recruitment@konnecting.com and quote reference #3610821 in the email subject.

About Konnecting

Konnecting is an Australian Skilled Migration & Recruitment Consultancy that sources candidates for niche and specialist roles.  We are also a registered migration agency that processes the Australian employer sponsored 457 visas. 

For more positions offering visa sponsorship, or for other Australian visa information, please visit www.konnecting.com.