Structural Steel Site Installer

Structural Steel Site Installer
Tradestaff is looking for an experienced Structural Steel Site Installer to join a busy Christchurch engineering team. This is a predominantly site-based role involving structural steel installation, welding and architectural metalwork, with workshop fabrication when required. If you take pride in quality workmanship and enjoy varied engineering projects, we want to hear from you!
Location: Sydenham, Christchurch
Start date: Immediate
Pay rate: $38–$45 per hour + weekly pay

What You'll Be Doing

• Install and erect structural steel and architectural metalwork on site
• Complete site welding using mobile welding equipment
• Fabricate, assemble and weld steel components in the workshop as required
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications and measurements
• Cut, shape, align and join steel using appropriate welding techniques
• Inspect welds, complete grinding and finishing, and meet required quality standards, including UT testing where applicable
• Work with site teams to meet project deadlines while maintaining safe working practices

What We're Looking For

• Proven welding and fabrication experience within the structural steel industry
• Appropriate welding tickets and BCP — essential
• Strong experience with structural steel installation and site welding
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications
• Clean Class 1 NZ Driver Licence and reliable transport
• High standards of workmanship, accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong communication skills and commitment to workplace health and safety

What's In It For You?

• Potential for ongoing work
• Variety of structural steel and architectural metalwork projects
• Predominantly site-based work with workshop fabrication opportunities
• Opportunity to further develop specialist welding and installation skills
• Work alongside experienced engineering and construction teams
• PPE provided where required
• Support from the Tradestaff Christchurch team throughout your assignment

Apply online today or give the team a call on [03 377 8959](tel:03 377 8959) to find out more!

Why Tradestaff
We’re a trusted recruitment partner with over 3 decades of experience in matching skilled tradies with great opportunities. We’re also proud members of the Recruitment & Consulting Services Association (RCSA) of Australia and New Zealand, which means we’re committed to high standards and ethical practices.