Fabricators / Truck Body Builders

Active Tree Services; Adelaide; Presencial; AUD 65.000 - 95.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Active Tree Services is seeking two experienced fabricators to join our workshop team in Adelaide. You will fabricate, assemble and fit out custom truck bodies and specialised equipment, working with truck cranes and other heavy vehicles.

The role offers hands-on involvement from fabrication through to completion. Ideal candidates will have strong MIG welding and fabrication skills, experience reading drawings, and a pride in workmanship.

Formación

• Experience in fabrication, truck body building, heavy vehicle fit-out or similar environment.
• Strong MIG welding and fabrication skills.
• Ability to read and work from drawings and measurements.

Responsabilidades

• Fabricating and assembling custom truck bodies and components.
• Fitting truck body components and associated equipment.
• Measuring, cutting, drilling, grinding and preparing materials for fabrication and assembly.
• MIG welding and general fabrication work.
• Reading and interpreting drawings, measurements and specifications.
• Installing brackets, guards, trays, toolboxes and other fabricated components.
• Assisting with the installation of truck-mounted equipment.
• Carrying out modifications and repairs to truck bodies and equipment.
• Working closely with fabrication, hydraulic, mechanical and electrical teams to complete high-quality builds.
• Maintaining a clean and safe workshop environment.

Conocimientos

MIG welding

Fabrication

Read drawings

Workshop tools

Team player

Attention to detail

Educación

Fabrication or welding trade qualification

Herramientas

MIG welding equipment

Measuring tools

Descripción del empleo

Join a growing team that builds and installs some of the most specialised trucks on the road.

Due to continued growth, we are seeking 2 experienced Fabricators / Truck Body Builders to join our workshop team.

You will be involved in the fabrication, assembly and fit-out of custom truck bodies and specialised truck-mounted equipment. Our workshop works across equipment including truck cranes, hooklifters, skip loaders, tailgate lifters, hydraulic systems and custom-built truck bodies.

This is a great opportunity for experienced tradespeople who enjoy hands-on work, variety and taking pride in seeing a quality truck build come together from fabrication through to completion.

About the Role

Reporting to the Workshop Supervisor, your responsibilities will include:

• Fabricating and assembling custom truck bodies and components
• Fitting truck body components and associated equipment
• Measuring, cutting, drilling, grinding and preparing materials for fabrication and assembly
• MIG welding and general fabrication work
• Reading and interpreting drawings, measurements and specifications
• Installing brackets, guards, trays, toolboxes and other fabricated components
• Assisting with the installation of truck-mounted equipment
• Carrying out modifications and repairs to truck bodies and equipment
• Working closely with our fabrication, hydraulic, mechanical and electrical teams to complete high-quality builds
• Maintaining a clean and safe workshop environment

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in fabrication, truck body building, trailer manufacturing, heavy vehicle fit-out or a similar environment
• Strong MIG welding and fabrication skills
• Ability to confidently use workshop tools and fabrication equipment
• Ability to read and work from drawings and measurements
• Experience assembling and fitting fabricated components
• Strong attention to detail and pride in workmanship
• Ability to work effectively as part of a workshop team
• Current driver's licence
• Relevant fabrication or welding trade qualification would be highly regarded

Why choose Active?

• Permanent, full-time positions – enjoy stability and long-term career growth
• Overtime opportunities – increase your earning potential
• All PPE and uniforms provided – we set you up for success from day one
• Varied projects – work across custom truck builds and specialised equipment
• Training and development – opportunities to expand your skills and qualifications
• Employee Benefits Program – access discounts with leading retailers
• Strong safety culture – we make sure you get home safe, every single day

Who are Active?

Active Group of Companies encompasses vegetation management, civil, environmental, plant and machinery maintenance, and specialist truck machinery businesses across Australia. This arm of the business supports truck dealers, fleet operators and commercial customers through crane and lifting equipment, custom truck body building, fabrication, installation, servicing and repairs.

At Active, we have a proven track record of developing our people through apprenticeships, traineeships and internal development opportunities, providing our team members with opportunities to grow and progress within the organisation.