Boilermaker/ Welder

We are seeking an experienced Boilermaker / Welder to join a manufacturing team in Bathurst on a full-time basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled tradesperson with strong welding and fabrication experience to contribute to the production of quality metal components, structures and assemblies within a safety-focused manufacturing environment.

You will be responsible for welding, fabrication, assembly, repairs and general production work while working from technical drawings and engineering specifications.

About Us

Our client is an established manufacturing organisation based in Bathurst, with a strong focus on quality, safety and efficient production.

The organisation operates within a structured production environment and places a strong emphasis on:

• Workplace Health & Safety
• Quality workmanship
• Continuous improvement
• Sustainable work practices
• Team collaboration
• Following established production and welding procedures

The successful candidate will join the Production team and work collaboratively across the wider business.

Responsibilities

As a Boilermaker / Welder , your key responsibilities will include:

• Performing welding and fabrication of metal components, structures and assemblies.
• Undertaking general fabrication and production work.
• Performing MIG, TIG and Stick/MMAW welding across a range of materials.
• Fabricating and assembling structures, frames, plate assemblies, pipework and vessels.
• Reading and interpreting technical drawings and engineering specifications.
• Completing marking, measuring and geometric development of fabrications and shapes.
• Performing mechanical cutting, manual heating and thermal cutting.
• Safely operating hand tools, power tools and workshop machinery.
• Completing repairs, modifications and replacement of fabricated components.
• Performing engineering measurements and basic computations.
• Applying appropriate fabrication, forming and shaping techniques.
• Maintaining high standards of workmanship and quality.
• Following welding, production and quality procedures.
• Identifying opportunities to improve safety, quality and productivity.
• Assisting with on-the-job training where required.
• Working collaboratively with Production and other departments.
• Completing manual handling tasks in accordance with safe work practices.
• Maintaining environmentally sustainable work practices.
• Undertaking other reasonable duties as directed by the Production Manager.

Safety & Quality

Safety and quality are fundamental to this position. You will be expected to:

• Work safely and responsibly at all times.
• Follow WHS requirements, company policies and procedures.
• Maintain compliance with relevant NSW SafeWork requirements.
• Follow the company's Business Management System.
• Adhere to approved welding procedures and specifications.
• Maintain a strong focus on quality, accuracy and continuous improvement.
• Contribute to a positive safety culture across the Production team.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding company information and operations.

Your Profile

Essential

• Trade qualification as a Boilermaker, Welder or Fitter, such as Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in a similar welding/fabrication role.
• Strong experience with MIG, TIG and Stick/MMAW welding.
• Experience working with a variety of materials.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and engineering specifications.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Proven welding and fabrication capabilities.
• Strong commitment to WHS, quality and continuous improvement.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work effectively within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Desirable

• Experience within heavy engineering or manufacturing.

• Advanced welding and fabrication skills.

• Experience with structural fabrication and repairs.

• Ability to identify opportunities to improve safety, quality and productivity.

• Experience working to documented welding procedures and quality standards.

• Full-time employment opportunity based in Bathurst.

• Opportunity to work within an established manufacturing environment.

• Varied welding, fabrication and production responsibilities.

• Opportunity to contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

• Collaborative Production team environment.

• Opportunity to assist with on-the-job training and further develop your capabilities.

Key Benefits

• Full-time opportunity within an established manufacturer
• Varied welding and fabrication work
• Strong focus on safety, quality and development

Contact

For a confidential discussion, please contact Abbie Borg on (02) 6330 1100 6330 1100).