Steel Fixer

Vic Slabs Pty Ltd; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time employment

Supportive working environment

Concrete slab & reinforcement projects

Competitive salary

Job summary

Vic Slabs Pty Ltd is seeking an experienced Steel Fixer to join our Para Hills West team in South Australia. You will read drawings, cut and bend reinforcing bars, position and secure steel for concrete slabs, and ensure work aligns with plans and safety standards.

You'll collaborate with concreters and supervisors on reinforcement projects, operate steel-fixing tools safely, and contribute to a productive, safety-conscious work site with a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification in steel fixing or construction desirable.
• Experience as a Steel Fixer or similar construction role.
• Ability to read construction drawings and reinforcement plans.
• Physically capable and able to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret drawings to determine reinforcement requirements.
• Cut, bend and shape reinforcing bars and mesh to spec.
• Position and secure reinforcement in concrete forms.
• Tie and secure bars using wire and fixing tools.
• Check spacing and alignment before pour.
• Install reinforcement per plans and specs.
• Handle and transport reinforcement materials safely.
• Operate and maintain steel-fixing tools safely.
• Collaborate with concreters and supervisors to complete projects.
• Follow health and safety procedures.

Skills

Read drawings

Interpret reinforcement plans

Cut and bend steel bars

Position and secure reinforcement

Safe work practices

Teamwork

Education

Trade qualification in steel fixing or construction

Tools

Steel fixing tools

Construction equipment

Job description

About Us:

Vic Slabs Pty Ltd is seeking an experienced Steel Fixer to join our team at Para Hills West, South Australia. The successful applicant will be responsible for preparing, cutting, bending, positioning and securing reinforcing steel bars and mesh for concrete slabs and other construction projects, ensuring work is completed according to construction plans and specifications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Read and interpret construction drawings and plans to determine reinforcement requirements.
• Select, measure, cut, bend and shape reinforcing steel bars and mesh to required specifications.
• Position reinforcing steel bars and mesh within concrete forms for slabs and other structures.
• Tie and secure reinforcing bars and mesh using wire and appropriate fixing tools.
• Check the spacing, alignment and positioning of reinforcement before concrete pouring.
• Install steel reinforcement in accordance with construction plans and project specifications.
• Handle, lift and position reinforcing materials safely on construction sites.
• Use and maintain steel-fixing tools and equipment safely and efficiently.
• Work collaboratively with concreters, supervisors and other construction workers to complete projects.
• Follow workplace health and safety procedures and maintain a safe working environment.

Skills and Experience

• Relevant trade qualification in steel fixing or construction is desirable.
• Previous experience as a Steel Fixer or in a similar construction role.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and reinforcement plans.
• Skills in cutting, bending, positioning and securing reinforcing steel bars and mesh.
• Knowledge of steel-fixing tools, equipment and safe work practices.
• Ability to perform physical tasks and work effectively as part of a team.

What We Offer

• Full-time employment with a construction company.
• Supportive working environment.
• Opportunity to work on concrete slab and reinforcement projects.
• Competitive salary based on skills and experience.