Boilermaker / Welder

Position: Boilermaker / Welder
Location: Henderson, WA
Duration: 6 months 
Pay Rate: $80.00 (NT), $120.00 (T1/2), $160.00 (DT)

Chandler Macleod is seeking a Trade Boilermaker / Welder for a 6-month contract with a Defence client in Western Australia. The successful candidate will ideally have experience in the defence / marine shipbuilding industry.

Duties:

• Perform fabrication, welding and general maintenance duties
• Read and interpret fabrication drawings and blueprints
• Set up machinery / welding equipment
• Perform MMAW and GTAW welding techniques to fabricate and repair metal structures
• Measure, cut, shape and assemble metal components
• Operate hand and power tools, grinders, torches, and welding equipment
• Maintain work area cleanliness and follow WHS protocols
• Work independently or as part of a team in the workshop or in onsite environment

Requirements:

• Must hold Australian Citizenship
• Trade Qualification – Cert III Fabrication / Welding
• White Card
• Confined Space
• National Police Clearance (less than 3 months)
• Previous shipbuilding experience highly desirable
• Experience working with welding procedures and inspection welds
• Experience performing fabrication, welding and general maintenance duties
• Experience performing MMAW and GTAW welding techniques to fabricate and repair metal structures
• Comfortable working in confined spaces
• Have the ability to obtain and maintain a NV1 Defence Clearance

At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.
You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion.