Coded Welder | Defence | Sydney | Great Rates!

The Shadbolt Group; Sydney; On-site; AUD 68,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Amazing rates

Defence projects

Training & development

Long-term work in Sydney

Job summary

The Shadbolt Group in Sydney is seeking an experienced Coded Welder for permanent, full-time work on Defence projects. You will perform high-quality welding across multiple processes, read complex drawings, and deliver fabrication work to exacting standards.

The role emphasizes safety, quality and collaboration with project teams. Applicants should hold a trade welding qualification, be an Australian citizen, and bring experience with MIG/MAG, TIG, FCAW or MMA.

Qualifications

• Trade-qualified welder with coded welding experience.
• Ability to work across multiple welding procedures.
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and weld maps.
• Strong attention to quality and safety requirements.
• Defence-related work eligibility (Australian citizen).

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality welding across multiple processes and procedures.
• Work to approved welding procedures, specifications and quality requirements.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, weld maps and specifications.
• Complete structural and complex fabrication work to a high standard.
• Carry out visual inspections to ensure weld quality and dimensional accuracy.
• Work with carbon steel, stainless steel and other materials as required.
• Maintain a safe, clean and productive work environment.
• Collaborate with tradespeople, supervisors, project teams and clients.
• Ensure all work complies with safety, quality and environmental requirements.

Skills

MIG/MAG welding

TIG welding

FCAW welding

MMA welding

Welding procedure reading

Education

Trade qualification in Welding

Job description

Coded Welder | Defence | Sydney | Great Rates!

Coded Welder - Sydney

Shadbolt Group | Permanent Full-Time | Sydney, NSW

Build the future with Shadbolt Group | Defence Work

Shadbolt Group is a leading Australian engineering and manufacturing business delivering complex projects across Defence, infrastructure and industrial sectors.

We are seeking an experienced Coded Welder to join our Sydney operations. This is a permanent, full-time opportunity for a highly skilled welder who is confident working across multiple welding procedures and takes pride in delivering quality workmanship.

About the role

Working as part of our experienced Sydney team, you will be responsible for welding and fabrication activities across a range of complex engineering projects.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Performing high-quality welding across multiple processes and procedures.
• Working to approved welding procedures, specifications and quality requirements.
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings, weld maps and specifications.
• Completing structural and complex fabrication work to a high standard.
• Carrying out visual inspections and ensuring weld quality and dimensional accuracy.
• Working with carbon steel, stainless steel and other materials as required.
• Maintaining a safe, clean and productive work environment.
• Working collaboratively with tradespeople, supervisors, project teams and clients.
• Ensuring all work complies with Shadbolt's safety, quality and environmental requirements.

About you

We are looking for an experienced tradesperson who can demonstrate:

• Trade qualification in Welding
• Must be an Australian Citizen (defence related work)
• Demonstrated experience as a coded welder.
• Current and relevant welding qualifications/codings across multiple procedures.
• Strong experience with multiple welding processes, such as MIG/MAG, TIG, FCAW and/or MMA.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and welding specifications.
• Strong understanding of welding procedures, tolerances and quality requirements.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong safety awareness and a professional approach to work.
• Previous experience in Defence, heavy engineering, structural fabrication or complex manufacturing will be highly regarded.

Why join Shadbolt?

At Shadbolt, you will have the opportunity to work on complex Australian engineering and Defence projects while being part of a growing organisation with a strong focus on safety, quality and capability.

We offer:

• Amazing rates - $60 per hour!
• Competitive remuneration based on experience and capability
• Stable, long-term work in Sydney
• Opportunities to work on complex and technically challenging projects
• A supportive and experienced team environment
• Opportunities for ongoing training and development
• The opportunity to build your career with an Australian engineering and Defence supplier

Ready to join us?

If you are a highly skilled coded welder looking for a permanent opportunity in Sydney and have the experience and capability to work across multiple welding procedures, we would like to hear from you.

Shadbolt Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Additional information

• $60 per hour! + overtime opportunities
• Work on major Defence projects
• Use your coded, multi-process welding skills