Qualified Light Fabricator / Welder – Site Based

Join a hands-on fabrication team where no two jobs are quite the same.

Fab Direct is a growing light fabrication and engineering business based near Morrinsville. We work across a wide range of fabrication projects, from one-off jobs through to larger commercial and industrial work, with plenty of variety in the workshop and on site.

We’re looking for a qualified Light Fabricator / Welder to join our team.

This is a hands-on, primarily site-based role suited to someone who takes pride in their workmanship, can work independently, and enjoys working across different sites and projects. The role is mainly focused on site fabrication, installation, modification and repair work, with occasional workshop work as required.

What You’ll Be Doing

Your work will cover a broad range of fabrication and installation work, with the role primarily focused on sitework, including:

• Food-grade fabrication and installation work on site, including within food-grade environments
• Pipe and tube fabrication and welding
• Installation, modification and repair work on site
• Working with stainless steel, mild steel and aluminium
• MIG and TIG welding, along with other welding processes as required
• Fabrication and installation of pipework, frames, supports, platforms and other components
• Fabrication of plant components, brackets, structures and one-off items
• Working from drawings, plans, measurements and site requirements
• Cutting, drilling, grinding, forming, fitting and assembling components
• High-quality finishing, including grinding and polishing where required
• Working to the high standards required in food-grade environments
• Quality checking your own work and ensuring finished work meets the Fab Direct standard
• Working alongside the wider team to complete jobs safely, accurately and on time

Much of your time will be spent on site, including food-grade redline work, pipe and tube fabrication, installations, modifications and repairs. When required, you’ll also work in the workshop to help with fabrication and other jobs.

What We’re Looking For

We’re after someone who:

• Has a recognised trade qualification in light fabrication, engineering or a related trade
• Has practical fabrication and welding experience, particularly in site-based work
• Has experience working in food-grade environments, particularly dairy factories and redline work
• Is confident with MIG and TIG welding
• Has experience carrying out installation, modification and repair work on site
• Has extensive experience with pipe and tube welding/fabrication
• Has experience working with stainless steel, mild steel and aluminium
• Understands the importance of cleanliness, finish, fit-up and workmanship when working in food-grade environments
• Takes pride in producing a clean, high-quality finish
• Can read and understand drawings, plans and measurements
• Is comfortable working primarily on site, with occasional workshop work as required
• Is confident working independently and as part of a team
• Can problem-solve and find practical solutions
• Has a good attitude and is willing to get stuck in
• Has a current clean driver licence
• Is reliable, punctual and takes responsibility for their work

What We Offer

• Full-time, permanent employment
• A varied workload across different sites and projects
• A practical, hands-on working environment
• A supportive team
• Primarily site-based work, with occasional workshop work as required
• Regular overtime, with some weekend work depending on workload
• The chance to work across a broad range of fabrication and engineering jobs
• Competitive remuneration based on experience and capability

Immigration / Work Eligibility

Please read this before applying.

Fab Direct Ltd is not an Immigration New Zealand Accredited Employer and is unable to support visa applications or employer sponsorship for this position.

Applicants must already have the legal right to work in New Zealand and hold New Zealand citizenship or permanent residency.

Applications from candidates who require visa sponsorship or an employer-supported work visa will not be considered.

About Fab Direct

Fab Direct is a locally owned and operated fabrication and engineering business. We pride ourselves on practical solutions, quality workmanship and getting the job done properly.

We’re a small team, so everyone plays an important part. We value people who are reliable, take ownership of their work, communicate well and are happy to pitch in where needed.

If you’re a qualified fabricator who enjoys variety, takes pride in your workmanship and wants to be part of a down-to-earth team, we’d like to hear from you.

Apply now with your CV and a brief cover letter telling us a little about yourself, your favourite holiday spot and your fabrication experience.