Special Class Welder - 3:1 FIFO Defence Shipyard

The Shadbolt Group; Sydney; On-site; AUD 83,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flights provided

Accommodation provided

Work vehicle provided

3:1 FIFO roster

4 weeks training in SA

Living allowance $89/day

Site allowances

Job summary

Join The Shadbolt Group in NSW for a Special Class Welder role on a Defence project. You will perform high-quality structural welding within a collaborative team, delivering on complex naval fabrication with a focus on safety and workmanship.

Australian citizenship is mandatory, with trade qualification and FCAW experience required. FIFO 3:1 roster, flights, accommodation and vehicle provided, plus robust training and long-term opportunities.

Qualifications

• Australian Citizenship (Defence requirement).
• Trade qualifications as a Special Class Welder.
• Recent experience welding FCAW.
• Proven structural welding experience.
• Shipbuilding or naval construction experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of AS 1554.1 and high-integrity welding practices.
• Ability to pass pre-employment medical and clear Police Check.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality structural welding on Defence projects.
• Maintain workmanship, safety, and quality standards.
• Collaborate with a skilled team on naval fabrication.
• Contribute to delivering complex welding on critical programs.

Skills

Special Class Welder

FCAW welding

Structural welding

Naval shipbuilding experience

AS 1554.1 knowledge

Safety and teamwork

Pre-employment medical & police checks

Education

Trade qualification as Special Class Welder

Job description

Join The Shadbolt Group in NSW for a Special Class Welder role on a Defence project. You will perform high-quality structural welding within a collaborative team, delivering on complex naval fabrication with a focus on safety and workmanship.

Australian citizenship is mandatory, with trade qualification and FCAW experience required. FIFO 3:1 roster, flights, accommodation and vehicle provided, plus robust training and long-term opportunities.