Boilermaker / Welder – TIG & MIG

Omni Recruit; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 63,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Superannuation

Job summary

Omni Recruit is seeking an experienced Boilermaker/Welder for a permanent role in Braeside, VIC. The position requires TIG and MIG welding of stainless steel and aluminium, with welds that pass X-ray inspection and high attention to finish quality.

You will read engineering drawings, prepare and assemble components, and work in a small team with modern equipment in a well-equipped workshop. Weekly day shifts with finishing Friday are expected.

Qualifications

• Trade-qualified Boilermaker with 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Demonstrated TIG and MIG welding experience on stainless steel and aluminium.
• Proven ability to produce welds that meet X-ray requirements.
• Strong reading of engineering drawings and fabrication specs.

Responsibilities

• TIG and MIG welding of stainless, steel and aluminium components.
• Produce high-integrity welds that pass X-ray testing.
• Deliver clean, uniform and visually precise welds on finished products.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and fabrication specifications.
• Prepare, fit and assemble fabricated components.
• Work independently and with a small team; operate rolling/bending machinery as needed.

Skills

TIG welding

MIG welding

Stainless steel

Aluminium

Read drawings

Education

Boilermaker trade qualification

Job description

Boilermaker / Welder – TIG & MIG - Permanent role

$46–$50 per hour + Superannuation | Braeside VIC

Day Shift | Early Finish Friday | Modern Engineering Facility

We are recruiting experienced, trade-qualified Boilermakers/Welders for a well-established specialist engineering manufacturer based in Braeside.

This position requires skilled tradespeople capable of producing precision welds on stainless, mild steel and aluminium to standards that will pass X-ray inspection. Weld integrity, consistency and appearance are critical, as the welds are visible on the finished product.

Working in a small, experienced team, you will undertake specialist fabrication and welding using modern equipment in a well-equipped engineering workshop.

The Role

TIG and MIG welding of stainless, steel, and aluminium components.

Producing high-integrity welds that consistently pass X-ray testing.

Delivering clean, uniform and visually precise welds on finished products.

Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and fabrication specifications.

Preparing, fitting and assembling fabricated components.

Working independently and alongside a small team of experienced tradespeople.

Experience operating rolling and bending machinery where required. (highly desirable)

What We're Looking For

Trade-qualified Boilermaker with at least five years' relevant experience.

Demonstrated TIG and MIG welding experience with stainless steel and aluminium.

Proven ability to produce welds that meet X-ray requirements.

Excellent understanding of weld preparation, penetration, contamination control and defect prevention.

Exceptional attention to detail, particularly weld integrity, consistency and visible finish.

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.

A methodical approach to fabrication, with the ability to work autonomously.

Pride in workmanship and maintaining a clean, organised workspace.

Pay:

$46–$50 per hour, depending on experience, plus superannuation.

Hours:

6:00 am or 7:00 am starts, Monday to Thursday, with an early finish Friday. Overtime as required.

Location:

Braeside, Melbourne's south‑eastern suburbs.