Lead Metal Fabricator - On-Site Construction

JFH Konstrukt; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

JFH Konstrukt is seeking a full-time Metal Fabricator to work on commercial construction sites in Brisbane. The role involves fabricating structural steel and aluminium, marking off stock, cutting, shaping and welding, with strong emphasis on safety and on-site coordination.

Ideal candidates have at least two years of experience, the ability to work independently, and a proactive approach to problem solving. The job requires teamwork and effective communication across site teams and supervisors.

Qualifications

• Two years’ experience in a similar metal fabrication role.

Responsibilities

• Read engineering and shop drawings and specifications.
• Prepare metal stock for fabrication.
• Mark out, cut, shape and bend metal sections, plate and pipe.
• Assemble by welding, bolting and riveting.
• Inspect welds and finish completed work.
• Modify and repair structural steel, balustrades, screens and frames to suit site conditions.
• Set up the work area on site for fabrication and installation.
• Coordinate delivery, unloading, storage and handling of steel and aluminium materials.
• Coordinate fabrication with builders, site supervisors and other trades; attend site meetings.
• Lead and direct other workers on site; allocate tasks and check quality and safety.

Skills

Reading drawings

Shop drawings

Marking and cutting

Welding

Bolting

Riveting

Inspection of welds

Fabrication setup

Team leadership

Site coordination

Safety awareness

Communication

Job description

JFH Konstrukt is seeking a full-time Metal Fabricator to work on commercial construction sites in Brisbane. The role involves fabricating structural steel and aluminium, marking off stock, cutting, shaping and welding, with strong emphasis on safety and on-site coordination.

Ideal candidates have at least two years of experience, the ability to work independently, and a proactive approach to problem solving. The job requires teamwork and effective communication across site teams and supervisors.