Metal Fabricator

Placed Australia; Kialla; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Placed.au is seeking a full-time Metal Fabricator in Kialla, Victoria, responsible for fabrication, assembly and welding of metal components. The role includes operating machinery, reading blueprints, selecting stock, and ensuring quality and safety standards are met.

You will weld using MIG, TIG and stick methods, inspect welds, and use CNC laser cutting machines to shape components. A Certificate III in Engineering – Fabrication Trade or 3+ years’ experience is required.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Engineering – Fabrication Trade or equivalent, or 3+ years relevant experience.
• At least 1 year of experience as a Metal Fabricator or similar welding role.
• Proven experience in metal fabrication and welding; proficiency with welding equipment.

Responsibilities

• Analyse blueprints, drawings, and specifications to understand job requirements.
• Operate CNC laser cutting machines to cut and shape metal components.
• Join metal sections using MIG, TIG, and stick welding; ensure weld quality.
• Inspect welds to specifications and make adjustments.
• Ensure finished products meet quality, safety, and surface finish standards.
• Adhere to company policies and participate in continuous improvement.

Skills

Blueprint analysis

Welding operations

Quality control

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Certificate III in Engineering – Fabrication Trade

Tools

Welding equipment

CNC laser cutting

Job description

Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

Job Description

Placed.au is looking for a full-time Metal Fabricator for our client in Kialla, Victoria. This role is responsible for the fabrication, assembly, and welding of metal components and structures, operating machinery, and ensuring all finished products meet quality and safety standards. Job Description

• Analyse blueprints, drawings, and specifications to understand job requirements and project goals.
• Choose appropriate metal stock for fabrication tasks.
• Clean and prepare metal stock to ensure it is ready for cutting and shaping.
• Mark out metal sections and shapes according to project specifications.
• Use hand tools, flame cutting torches, and metal cutting machines to cut metal sections accurately.
• Shape and bend metal sections and pipes using hand tools, machine tools, and heating and hammering techniques.
• Ensure metal components are formed to precise dimensions and shapes.
• Align metal parts to be joined using hand tools and measuring instruments to ensure accurate assembly.
• Join metal sections using various welding techniques, such as MIG, TIG, and stick welding.
• Secure metal parts together by bolting and riveting when necessary.
• Inspect welds to ensure they meet specifications for width of bead, penetration, and precision.
• Make any necessary adjustments to achieve desired weld quality.
• Finish metal products by cleaning, polishing, filing, and bathing them in acidic solutions.
• Ensure finished products have a high-quality surface finish and meet all specifications.
• Clean and smooth welds using filing, chiseling, and grinding techniques to ensure a polished finish.
• Operate CNC laser cutting machines to cut and shape metal components with high precision.
• Program and adjust CNC machines to ensure accurate and efficient operations.
• Adhere to defined company policies and procedures related to the work being undertaken.
• Adhere to the company's zero-tolerance policy on violations of company policies and procedures.
• Provide exceptional customer service to the organisation's external and internal customers and stakeholders.
• Work collaboratively within the team and with other staff to achieve continuous improvement in service delivery to clients.
• Participate in team and professional development activities.
• Raise and report any issues or concerns, including defects, improvements, incidents, injuries, hazards, etc., to the reporting manager within a reasonable timeframe.
• Comply with other policies, procedures, and management systems requirements as introduced by the company.

Qualifications / Attributes

• Must hold a Certificate III in Engineering – Fabrication Trade or a relevant Certificate III, or at least three (3) years of relevant work experience may substitute for the formal qualification.
• Must possess at least one (1) year of relevant work experience as a Metal Fabricator or in a similar fabrication or welding role.
• Proven experience in metal fabrication and welding.
• Proficiency in operating welding equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and quality craftsmanship.

Salary $70,000 – $90,000 per annum excluding superannuation.