Welder/Boiler Maker - Day Shift

Wilson Transformer Company; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long-term job security

Upskill opportunities

High-quality equipment

Tight-knit team

Stable hours + safety focus

Overtime + monthly RDOs

Job summary

Wilson Transformer Company in Victoria is seeking experienced Welders/Boilermakers to join our Glen Waverley workshop. You will be hands-on with welding and metalwork to support the fabrication of transformer components to high engineering and safety standards.

We offer long-term job security, opportunities to upskill with training in Sub Arc welding and Dogman licensing, a well-organised workshop with high-quality equipment, a tight-knit team, stable hours, safety-focused culture, and overtime

Qualifications

• Solid hands-on experience with MIG welding.
• Competence with oxy cutting.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Working within safety standards and procedures.
• Excellent attention to quality and detail.
• Self-motivation and strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Hands-on welding and metalwork to fabricate transformer components.
• Work independently and with the team to meet engineering and safety standards.

Skills

MIG Welding

Oxy cutting

Reading drawings

Safety compliance

Quality focus

Team player

Job description

Proudly Australian-owned and established in 1933, Wilson Transformer Company (WTC) is the nation’s largest manufacturer of distribution and power transformer solutions. With advanced facilities in regional Victoria, metropolitan Melbourne, and operations across Australia and the UK, we’re a trusted partner to major electricity infrastructure providers and heavy industrial customers.

As a key player in powering Australia’s energy network, we offer complete end-to-end transformer solutions, from design and manufacture to testing, installation, maintenance, and beyond.

We’re now looking for experienced Welders/Boilermakers to join our supportive and safety-focused team in Glen Waverley.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• Long-term job security with an established and growing Australian manufacturer
• Opportunities to upskill, with training available in Sub Arc welding and Dogman licensing
• Work with high-quality equipment in a well-organised workshop
• Be part of a tight-knit, inclusive team where your contribution genuinely matters
• Stable hours and a strong commitment to workplace safety
• Overtime availability + monthly RDOs

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Welder/Boilermaker at WTC, you’ll be hands-on supporting the fabrication of high-quality transformer components through a variety of welding and metalwork tasks. You’ll work both independently and alongside experienced team members to deliver precision workmanship that meets our high engineering and safety standards.

What We're Looking For

• Solid hands-on experience with MIG Welding.
• Competence with oxy cutting.
• Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Working within safety standards and procedures.
• Excellent attention to quality and detail.
• Self-motivation and strong work ethic.
• A positive attitude and team player.

Preferred (But Not Essential):

• If you don't have these yet - we can help you gain them!
• Dogman Ticket
• Experience in heavy plate welding
• Sub Arc welding experience
• Knowledge of AS1554 welding standards.
• Physical fitness, ability to kneel for extended periods.
• Functional English, both written and verbal.

Recruitment Process:

The successful applicant must pass a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol screening and a criminal history check. Proof of working rights in Australia (valid passport, birth certificate or current visa grant notification) is also required.

Be Part of Something Bigger

Join a company with over 90 years of history powering Australia’s energy networks. Build a career you can be proud of — with a team that values safety, quality, and craftsmanship.