Meat-Processing Stainless Steel Fabricator & Welder

Rashi Joshi; Tolga; On-site; AUD 72,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocky Creek Abattoir in Tolga, Far North Queensland, seeks an experienced Metal Fabricator / Boilermaker-Welder to fabricate, install, repair and maintain stainless-steel processing equipment and structural steel in a meat-processing environment.

The role requires reading drawings, fabricating components, and performing MIG/TIG/arc welding with a strong safety mindset. Trade qualification is valued; Q fever vaccination is encouraged.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in metal fabrication, boilermaking and welding.
• Competency in MIG, TIG and arc welding.
• Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Strong measuring, cutting, fitting and fabrication skills.
• Ability to work accurately and to specified requirements.
• Good problem-solving skills and safety commitment.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Willingness to undertake Q fever vaccination.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret engineering drawings, plans and technical specifications.
• Mark out, measure and prepare metal components for fabrication.
• Cut, shape and form metal sections using hand and power tools.
• Fabricate and assemble metal components and replacement parts.
• Perform MIG, TIG and arc welding to join and repair metal components.
• Fit and install fabricated components and equipment.
• Fabricate, repair and maintain stainless steel processing equipment.
• Inspect welded work to meet specifications and quality standards.
• Finish components using grinding and finishing techniques.
• Assist with plant breakdowns, repairs and scheduled shutdowns.
• Maintain workshop equipment in safe condition.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, WHS and company requirements.

Skills

Metal fabrication

Boilermaking

Welding

MIG welding

TIG welding

Arc welding

Reading drawings

Measurement

Fabrication

Safety awareness

Education

Trade qualification

Tools

Quality tools

Job description

Rocky Creek Abattoir in Tolga, Far North Queensland, seeks an experienced Metal Fabricator / Boilermaker-Welder to fabricate, install, repair and maintain stainless-steel processing equipment and structural steel in a meat-processing environment.

The role requires reading drawings, fabricating components, and performing MIG/TIG/arc welding with a strong safety mindset. Trade qualification is valued; Q fever vaccination is encouraged.