Welder

Lepol Metal Work; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Overtime opportunities

Long-term stability

Immediate start

Day/afternoon shifts

Career progression

Strong safety culture

Modern equipment

Job summary

Lepol Metal Work in Melbourne's outer suburbs is seeking a skilled Welder to join our full-time fabrication team. Based at the Mordialloc and Dandenong South workshops, you will perform precision welding on stainless and structural steel for large-scale construction projects.

You will use MIG, TIG and Stick welding, read drawings, and ensure weld quality while complying with safety standards. Immediate start and clear pathways for career progression are available.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years of welding experience.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Proficient in MIG, TIG and Stick welding.
• Reliable and punctual with good teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG, TIG and Stick welding to fabricate metal structures.
• Read blueprints and welding symbols.
• Set up welding machines and ensure weld quality.
• Maintain and inspect equipment; adhere to safety standards.
• Work on high-profile commercial projects.

Skills

MIG welding

TIG welding

Stick welding

Read drawings

Attention to detail

Team player

Job description

Welder

Lepol Metal Work – Mordialloc & Dandenong South, VIC Full-time | Immediate start available

About Lepol Metal Work

Lepol Metal Work Pty Ltd is currently seeking a skilled Welder to join our team full-time to support fabrication work across a variety of large-scale construction projects.

The Role

As a Welder, you will be responsible for performing precision welding tasks to fabricate and assemble metal structures used in high-rises, hospitals, data centers, and custom commercial projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Performing MIG, TIG, and Stick welding (GMAW, GTAW, MMAW)

• Welding and fabricating stainless steel, structural steel, and sheet metal components

• Reading and interpreting technical drawings, blueprints, and welding symbols

• Setting up and operating welding machines and equipment

• Performing high-quality welds on light to heavy gauge materials

• Custom steel fabrication tailored to project specifications

• Ensuring all welds meet industry codes and internal standards

• Conducting pre- and post-weld inspections to maintain quality assurance

• Maintaining welding equipment and performing routine upkeep

• Complying with health, safety, and environmental regulations on-site

Skills & Experience

To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:

• Proficiency in MIG, TIG, and Stick welding techniques

• Minimum 2-3 years of relevant welding experience

• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings

• Strong attention to detail and quality workmanship

• Punctual, reliable, and able to work effectively in a team environment

What We Offer

• Competitive salary package:

• Significant overtime opportunities

• Strong earning potential

• Full-time, stable, long-term employment

• Immediate start available

• Day shift and afternoon shift options

• Work on high-profile commercial construction and infrastructure projects

• Exposure to advanced fabrication technologies

• Opportunities for career progression into Leading Hand or Foreman roles

• Supportive team environment

• Strong safety and quality culture

• Continuous improvement focus

• Opportunity to grow with a progressive fabrication business

Requirements

• Full-time availability, Monday to Friday

• Willingness to work overtime as required

• Valid Australian working rights

• Physically capable of workshop-based fabrication work

• Ability to travel to Mordialloc and/or Dandenong South workshop locations

Build Your Career with Lepol

If you take pride in quality fabrication, enjoy working in a team environment, and want consistent hours with strong overtime potential, we would like to hear from you.

This is an opportunity to join a forward-thinking fabrication company with modern equipment, strong project demand, and genuine long-term growth opportunities.