Night Shift Aluminium Welder – Defence Shipyard

BAE Systems; Perth; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Night shift loading

Tool allowance

Job summary

BAE Systems is recruiting Aluminium Welders to join our team at the Henderson, WA Shipyard, supporting the Hunter Class Frigate Program by manufacturing aluminium mast structures for Royal Australian Navy ships. It’s an opportunity to contribute to advanced naval defence projects and develop specialist welding skills.

The role offers an hourly rate of $53.48 with a 30% night shift loading, overtime available, and a weekly tool allowance of $17.50.

Qualifications

• Experience in aluminium MIG welding, including butt and fillet welds.
• Ability to read, interpret, and comply with welding procedures and specifications.
• Strong commitment to safety, workmanship, and quality.
• Relevant welding qualifications are highly desirable.

Skills

Aluminium MIG welding

Butt welds

Fillet welds

Reading welding procedures

Safety & quality

Education

Welding qualifications (desirable)

Job description

BAE Systems is recruiting Aluminium Welders to join our team at the Henderson, WA Shipyard, supporting the Hunter Class Frigate Program by manufacturing aluminium mast structures for Royal Australian Navy ships. It’s an opportunity to contribute to advanced naval defence projects and develop specialist welding skills.

The role offers an hourly rate of $53.48 with a 30% night shift loading, overtime available, and a weekly tool allowance of $17.50.