Welder

Northeast Auto Group; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Northeast Auto Group on the Gold Coast is seeking a trades-qualified Welder to join our heavy-vehicle workshop. You will fit truck bodies, weld, fabricate and modify components, reading drawings and maintaining quality workmanship in a team environment.

This hands-on role offers varied projects and a supportive, established business culture. Join a busy workshop where safety, accuracy and reliability are valued, with opportunities to develop specialised skills in truck body fitting and

Qualifications

• Trade qualified Welder (Certificate III in Engineering – Fabrication Trade or equivalent).
• Experience in welding, fabrication and metalwork.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Truck or heavy vehicle knowledge and experience will be highly regarded.
• Experience with truck body fitting, modifications or repairs is advantageous.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Reliable, hardworking and able to work both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Fit and install truck bodies to vehicle chassis.
• Manufacture, weld and assemble truck bodies and components.
• Fit and install truck accessories and equipment.
• Carry out welding repairs, modifications and general maintenance.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Ensure all work is completed to a high standard and meets safety requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe workshop.

Skills

Experience in welding and metalwork

Ability to read technical drawings

Attention to detail

Team player

Education

Trade qualified Welder (Certificate III in Engineering – Fabrication Trade or equivalent)

Job description

This role will involve fitting truck bodies to chassis, installing accessories, and carrying out welding, repairs and modifications across a range of heavy vehicles.

You'll work as part of a team building and maintaining quality truck bodies, with the opportunity to work on a variety of projects in a hands-on workshop environment.

This role will involve fitting truck bodies to chassis, installing accessories, and carrying out welding, repairs and modifications across a range of heavy vehicles.

You'll work as part of a team building and maintaining quality truck bodies, with the opportunity to work on a variety of projects in a hands-on workshop environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Fit and install truck bodies to vehicle chassis.
• Manufacture, weld and assemble truck bodies and components.
• Fit and install truck accessories and equipment.
• Carry out welding repairs, modifications and general maintenance.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Ensure all work is completed to a high standard and meets safety requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe workshop.

About You

• Trade qualified Welder (Certificate III in Engineering – Fabrication Trade or equivalent).
• Experience in welding, fabrication and metalwork.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Truck or heavy vehicle knowledge and experience will be highly regarded.
• Experience with truck body fitting, modifications or repairs is advantageous.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Reliable, hardworking and able to work both independently and as part of a team.

Why Join Northeast Engineering?

• Work on a variety of heavy vehicle and truck body projects.
• Be part of an experienced and supportive team.
• Hands-on role with opportunities to develop your skills.
• Join an established business with a strong reputation in the industry.

About Us

Established in 1978, the Northeast Auto Group is a national award-winning automotive retail and service organisation employing 600 people in South Australia, Victoria, Queensland, New South Wales and Northern Territory.

We deliver a complete customer experience through multiple business units to provide the highest quality of service and innovative solutions. Our group of companies include Light and Heavy vehicle dealerships, Engineering and Manufacturing division, Agricultural and Construction Equipment Solutions partnering with renowned and reputable OEM brands across the nation.

We are a high-performance business. Our success is built on hard work and skilfulness. We employ the best, and we invest in our people to make sure their knowledge is second-to-none. We go the extra mile, and we will always deliver.

*Please note that as part of the recruitment process you may be requested to undergo various pre-employment checks, such as a Right to Work in Australia Check, National Criminal Police Check or a Pre-Employment Medical.

Northeast Auto Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply for our positions. Northeast Auto Group is committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees.

In order to maintain a safe work environment and comply with legal regulations Northeast East Auto Group conducts random drug and alcohol testing as part of its employment policies.