Precision Weld Fabricator for Animatronics

Creature Technology Co.; City of Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Creature Technology Co. is seeking a Mechanical Fabricator for our Port Melbourne workshop. You will fabricate high-precision weldments from tubulars, sheet, and machined parts, using MIG and TIG processes, with strong attention to tolerance and quality.

Collaborating with engineers and other fabricators, you will read drawings, develop jigs, and ensure traceability and documented weld procedures. This hands-on, on-site role requires practical problem solving and a quality-first mindset.

Qualifications

• A trade qualification (or equivalent) in welding or fabrication.
• Strong hands-on experience in steel fabrication, ideally on large structures or machinery.
• Ability to complete a practical weld test during recruitment.
• Willingness to train toward and pass a 6GR weld qualification after commencing in the role.
• Confidence reading drawings and welding symbols and working to tight tolerances.
• A quality-first, detail-focused approach to fabrication and fit-up.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate high-precision weldments using tubular members, sheet and plate, and machined components.
• Weld using processes such as GMAW, GMAW-S, and GTAW to meet required quality standards.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, including welding symbols and weld detail images.
• Build and use jigs and fixtures to minimise distortion and maintain fabrication accuracy.
• Follow documented welding procedures and complete weldment-related quality records.
• Assemble mechanical components adjacent to fabrication work and support fit-up as required.
• Check materials and components are correct and traceable before fabrication begins.
• Work closely with engineers, assemblers, and other fabricators to solve practical problems.
• Support inspection activities and respond to feedback to improve quality and repeatability.
• Contribute to final assembly work where needed, handling finished parts with care.

Skills

Trade qualification in welding

Steel fabrication experience

Reading drawings & welding symbols

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Education

Trade qualification in welding or fabrication

Tools

GMAW (MIG)

GMAW-S

GTAW (TIG)

Jigs & fixtures design/use

Job description

Creature Technology Co. is seeking a Mechanical Fabricator for our Port Melbourne workshop. You will fabricate high-precision weldments from tubulars, sheet, and machined parts, using MIG and TIG processes, with strong attention to tolerance and quality.

Collaborating with engineers and other fabricators, you will read drawings, develop jigs, and ensure traceability and documented weld procedures. This hands-on, on-site role requires practical problem solving and a quality-first mindset.