Metal Fabricator

Labour Support Group; Blue Mountains City; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Bespoke Steel Pty Ltd in Moorabbin, VIC, is seeking an experienced Metal Fabricator to join their team in a full-time role, with an annual salary of $83,200 plus super.

You will interpret drawings, mark out, cut, shape, and assemble metal components, operate plasma cutting and welding equipment, and ensure quality and safety standards across the production process.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade or equivalent.
• 12+ months welding experience in steel fabrication or manufacturing.
• 12+ months handling structural steel components and drawings.
• 12+ months reading fabrication specs and workshop blueprints.
• Experience operating plasma cutters, grinders, drills, presses.

Responsibilities

• Interpret drawings and specifications to determine fabrication requirements.
• Mark out, cut, shape, bend and assemble metal sections using tools.
• Fabricate structural steel components per project tolerances.
• Set up and operate welding, cutting, grinding and drilling equipment.
• Join components with welding, bolting and riveting for structural integrity.

Skills

Welding

Reading drawings

Fabrication machinery

Safety procedures

Quality inspection

Problem solving

Education

Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade

Tools

Plasma cutter

Grinders

Drills

Presses

Welding equipment

Job description

The Client

Bespoke Steel Pty Ltd is a steel manufacturing company located in Moorabbin, VIC. They now seek an experienced Metal Fabricator to join their team.

The Role

This is a full time role with an annual salary of $83,200 plus superannuation. The role is based in Moorabbin, VIC.

The Responsibilities

• Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications to determine fabrication requirements, dimensions, and assembly methods
• Mark out, cut, shape, bend, and assemble metal sections and plate materials using fabrication tools and machinery
• Fabricate structural steel components, metal products, and fabricated assemblies in accordance with project specifications and tolerances
• Set up and operate welding, cutting, grinding, drilling, and profile cutting equipment to manufacture metal components
• Join metal sections using welding, bolting, riveting, and fastening techniques to achieve structural integrity and alignment
• Operate plasma cutting equipment and associated machinery to process steel plates to required measurements and profiles
• Position, align, and secure fabricated components using lifting devices, clamps, and measuring equipment
• Inspect fabricated assemblies to ensure compliance with dimensional tolerances, quality standards, and engineering specifications
• Perform finishing activities including grinding, polishing, filing, deburring, and surface preparation of completed metal products
• Test and examine fabricated components for defects, distortions, or inconsistencies and implement corrective action where required
• Operate overhead cranes and material handling equipment to transport steel components safely within workshop environments
• Maintain fabrication equipment through routine checks, calibration, and safe operating procedures
• Monitor material usage and fabrication sequencing to support efficient workflow and minimise production delays
• Ensure compliance with workplace safety procedures, fabrication standards, and quality assurance requirements
• Coordinate with supervisors, workshop personnel, and production teams to achieve manufacturing timelines and project outcomes
• Maintain accurate measurements, tolerances, and fabrication records throughout the production processFinishing final products, including cleaning, polishing, filing, chiselling and grinding.

The Requirements

• Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade, Metal Fabrication, Welding, or equivalent trade qualification
• At least 12 months' experience performing welding activities within steel fabrication or manufacturing environments
• At least 12 months' experience handling, positioning, assembling, and processing structural steel and metal components
• At least 12 months' experience reading and interpreting technical drawings, fabrication specifications, and workshop blueprints
• At least 12 months' experience operating fabrication machinery including plasma cutters, grinders, drills, presses, and welding equipment
• At least 12 months' experience fabricating, aligning, shaping, and assembling steel components to engineering specifications
• At least 12 months' experience performing cutting, grinding, finishing, and metal preparation processes within workshop environments
• Strong knowledge of fabrication methods, welding procedures, and steel processing techniques
• Ability to interpret measurements, tolerances, and technical specifications accurately
• Strong understanding of workplace safety procedures, equipment handling, and fabrication quality standards
• Good problem-solving skills and ability to identify fabrication defects or inconsistencies
• Ability to work independently and meet production deadlines
• Good communication skills and ability to work effectively within a workshop environment
• High attention to detail and commitment to workmanship quality