Independent Stainless TIG Welder & Pipe Fabricator

Horizontal Talent Australia Pty Ltd; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Global company presence

Varied projects and equipment

Industrial spray equipment focus

Professional work environment

Job summary

Horizontal Talent Australia Pty Ltd in Truganina, Melbourne, is seeking an experienced Stainless Steel Fabricator and TIG Welder to join their industrial spray systems team. You will independently fabricate complete stainless-steel pipe assemblies and related components from engineering drawings.

The role focuses on TIG welding of stainless steel, pipework, manifolds, spray bars, boxes and enclosures for industrial spray equipment, with attention to dimensional accuracy and quality.

Qualifications

• Relevant fabrication trade qualification or equivalent demonstrated practical experience.
• Strong stainless-steel TIG welding experience across both pipework and sheet-metal fabrication.
• Proven ability to independently complete assemblies from engineering drawings.
• Experience fabricating stainless-steel pipe assemblies and associated components.
• Competence with workshop cutting, drilling, grinding and fabrication equipment.
• Strong attention to dimensional accuracy, weld quality and surface finish.
• Ability to identify fabrication problems early and communicate clearly with the team.
• A practical, hands-on approach and ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret engineering fabrication drawings, dimensions, weld symbols and parts lists.
• Measure, mark out, cut, drill, deburr and prepare stainless-steel pipes, sheets and fittings.
• Independently assemble and TIG weld stainless-steel pipework, including flanges, elbows, tees, reducers, welded bosses and connections.
• Fabricate stainless-steel boxes and enclosures, maintaining accurate dimensions, squareness and consistent joints.
• Select appropriate welding settings, filler materials and shielding arrangements, including internal purging where required.
• Plan clamping, tack welding and welding sequences to minimise distortion and rework.
• Clean and finish welds to the specified standard while protecting stainless-steel surfaces.
• Inspect completed assemblies for dimensions, alignment, weld quality and completeness.
• Carry out specified leak checks using approved workshop procedures.
• Coordinate with engineering and workshop staff, maintain equipment and keep the work area safe and organised.

Skills

Stainless steel TIG welding

Pipework fabrication

Read engineering drawings

Independent assembly

Education

Fabrication trade qualification or equivalent

Tools

Welding equipment

Cutting and fabrication tools

Job description

Horizontal Talent Australia Pty Ltd in Truganina, Melbourne, is seeking an experienced Stainless Steel Fabricator and TIG Welder to join their industrial spray systems team. You will independently fabricate complete stainless-steel pipe assemblies and related components from engineering drawings.

The role focuses on TIG welding of stainless steel, pipework, manifolds, spray bars, boxes and enclosures for industrial spray equipment, with attention to dimensional accuracy and quality.