Qualified Welder

K&S Corporation; City of Mount Gambier; Hybrid; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Novated car lease

Salary sacrifice

Paid parental leave

Growth and development

Employee recognition and rewards

24/7 Employee assistance program

Corporate health plan discount

Job summary

K&S Corporation in Mt Gambier is seeking a qualified welder for our National Fleet day shift. You will contribute to maintenance and reliability across the group’s fleet, performing MIG, Arc, and some TIG welding on a variety of projects and customer solutions, while following safety processes.

Reporting to the leading hand and workshop manager, you will read technical drawings, repair and build transport equipment, and become a valued member of a stable, long-term team within an ASX-listed,

Qualifications

• Trade qualification in welding is required.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Strong MIG, TIG and arc welding skills.
• High level of safety awareness and adherence to procedures.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and improve the K&S National Fleet's equipment and assets.
• Undertake general repairs and custom-building transport solutions as required.
• Work on a variety of projects under the supervision of the leading hand and workshop manager.

Skills

MIG welding

Arc welding

TIG welding

Read drawings

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Trade Qualification in Welding

Job description

Who are we:

K&S Corporation is an ASX-listed company and dominant multi-modal transport and logistics provider in Australia and New Zealand.Our comprehensive offerings across road, rail, and sea transport, alongside fuel distribution and specialised logistics subsidiaries, position us a critical player in national and trans-Tasman supply chains, serving a wide range of sectors from mining and agriculture to retail and industrial clients.With a proud 80-year history our brand is known for innovation, customer focus, continuous improvement, and industry leading safety. K&S Freighters maintains one of Australia's largest company-owned fleet, employing over 1600 personnel and headquartered in Truganina, Victoria.

K&S National Fleet

With over 80 years of dedicated service, K&S operates one of Australia’s largest privately owned company fleets, with more than 1,500 commercial vehicles and 3,500 trailers nationwide. Our National Fleet division supports workshop locations across the country, ensuring our assets are maintained to the highest standards of safety, compliance, and performance. Guided by our core value “Everybody Safe Every Day” we are committed to delivering reliability for our customers and safe outcomes for our people.

The Opportunity:

These opportunities don’t come around often!

Our National Fleet team have an opportunity for a qualified welder to join their day shift team based in Mt Gambier.

Working within a long servicing, well run team, you will contribute to the maintenance and reliability across the K&S Group’s National fleet.

Reporting to the leading hand & workshop manager, you will work on a variety of projects and have exposure to the diversity of our divisions within the K&S Group.

Whether it be general repairs or custom-building transport solutions for our customers goods, you will enjoy a large variety of experiences within a supportive team of professionals.

What you’ll bring:

• You will be an experienced welder and able to perform MIG and Arc welding along with some TIG
• Your strong desire to follow safety processes and procedures is a core requirement for this established and well-run team and you will be rewarded with support and training to ensure your success.

You will have:

• Trade Qualification in Welding
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications to complete work accurately
• Strong MIG, TIG and arc welding skills
• A high level of safety awareness to ensure jobs are completed to requirements
• Strong communication skills and ability to get along with all members in a team
• Commitment to a long term career with the company and desire to become a valued member of the team

Why Join us:

• Rewarding remuneration package
• Novated car lease option
• Salary sacrifice
• Paid parental leave
• Growth and development to support career progression
• Employee recognition and rewards program
• 24/7 Employee assistance program including financial wellness support
• Corporate health plan discount
• Background checks for all new employees to support our safe workplace
• Stable ASX listed, multi-modal business with 80 years of industry history

To uphold our core value of “Everybody Safe Everyday” a pre-employment medical and police check will be required to be successful in this role.

Applicants must have full Australian working rights.