Metal Fabricator - MIG/TIG Welder, Day Shift

seek.com.au; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Superannuation

Stable full-time role

Day shift hours

Growing business

Job summary

AC Laser Cutting Pty Ltd in Thomastown, Melbourne VIC is seeking a skilled Metal Fabricator to join our fabrication team. You will interpret engineering drawings and produce welded and assembled sheet metal components with precision and independence.

The role is Full-time with a day shift from 7:00 am to 3:00 pm. We offer a competitive salary of $80,000–$85,000 per year plus superannuation and a supportive, growing Australian sheet metal manufacturing business.

Qualifications

• At least three years of relevant experience as a Metal Fabricator or in a closely related metal fabrication role.
• Hands-on MIG and TIG welding of stainless steel, mild steel and aluminium.
• Ability to read technical drawings and perform accurate measurement, marking and quality checks.
• Practical knowledge of metal preparation, cutting, forming, joining and finishing processes.
• Commitment to workshop safety, consistent quality and productive teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Study and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints and specifications to determine job requirements, dimensions and tolerances.
• Select, measure, mark out, cut, clean and prepare metal stock and components for fabrication and assembly.
• Perform MIG and TIG welding on stainless steel, mild steel and aluminium.
• Cut and shape metal sections and profiles using hand tools, power tools and metal-cutting machinery.
• Shape and bend metal sections and pipes using hand or machine tools and suitable forming methods.
• Align, position and secure parts using measuring instruments, fixtures and hand tools prior to joining.
• Join components by welding and, where required, bolting or rivetting to meet specifications.
• Inspect completed work and welds for dimensional accuracy, weld penetration, bead consistency and finish.
• Finish fabricated products by grinding, filing, polishing and other appropriate surface preparation or cleaning processes.
• Carry out drilling, countersinking and tapping where required by the job.
• Maintain equipment, follow safe operating procedures and keep the workshop clean and organised.

Skills

MIG welding

TIG welding

Reading drawings

Metal fabrication

Quality checks

Tools

Welding equipment

Job description

AC Laser Cutting Pty Ltd in Thomastown, Melbourne VIC is seeking a skilled Metal Fabricator to join our fabrication team. You will interpret engineering drawings and produce welded and assembled sheet metal components with precision and independence.

The role is Full-time with a day shift from 7:00 am to 3:00 pm. We offer a competitive salary of $80,000–$85,000 per year plus superannuation and a supportive, growing Australian sheet metal manufacturing business.