Welder/Fabricator

HENCO GROUP; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Welding bay with tools provided

Uniform and PPE provided

Job summary

HenCo Group is seeking an experienced Welder/Fabricator for our Mackay workshop. You will build, repair and maintain our trailer fleet, performing quality work while supporting expansion and improvements.

The role requires self-motivation, reliability and hands-on competence in welding, fabrication and fleet servicing. The ideal candidate will read CAD drawings, have strong mechanical aptitude and experience with trailers, caravans, automotive or heavy equipment, and will uphold safety standards

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Experience with trailers, caravans, automotive or heavy equipment.
• Knowledge of trailer wiring, wheel bearings, mechanical and hydraulic braking systems.
• Ability to work independently and manage daily tasks.
• Good problem-solving and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Oxy cutting.
• Use of guillotine and folder.
• Servicing and wiring trailers, applying decals and maintaining service records.
• Minor vehicle and trailer repairs (bearings, brakes, lights).
• Maintain a clean, organized workshop.
• Follow Work Health & Safety guidelines at all times.
• Read and interpret CAD drawings.
• General workshop duties.

Skills

Strong mechanical aptitude

Trailer/vehicle equipment experience

Ability to read CAD drawings

Problem-solving & attention to detail

Independent work management

Job description

About the company

HenCo Group is the parent company of Move Yourself Trailer Hire Australia Pty Ltd and U-Haul Australia Pty Ltd. Collectively, we are one of the largest national trailer hire companies and are committed to leading the way in innovation, technology and being the leader in our sector of the Hire & Rental industry.

Working with us, you will be provided

Fully equipped welding bay with quality tools and equipment provided.

Company uniform and all PPE provided.

About the role

We build, repair and maintain our entire fleet of trailers and we are currently seeking an experienced Welder/Fabricator for our workshop in Mackay. This position will be responsible for carrying out quality work on our fleet of trailers while assisting with the expansion and improvement of our fleet. The successful candidate will need to be self-motivated and hard working. Core duties and required skills will include, although are not limited to:

Oxy Cutting

Use of Guillotine & Folder

Servicing & wiring trailers, applying decals, maintaining service records and detailing fleet vehicles

Minor vehicle and trailer repairs as required – replacing bearings, brakes, lights, etc

Maintain a clean and organised work environment

Follow Work Health & Safety guidelines at all times

Ability to read and interpret CAD Drawings

General workshop duties as required

About You

We're looking for someone who enjoys hands-on work, takes pride in doing the job properly and can work independently.

Ideally you'll have:

Strong mechanical aptitude

Experience working with trailers, caravans, automotive or heavy equipment

Knowledge of trailer wiring, wheel bearings, mechanical and hydraulic braking systems (highly regarded)

Ability to work independently and manage your daily tasks

Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail

Our Values

We don’t just list our values—we live them. At HenCo, we only hireA-playerswho align with our vision and values:

Look after our PEOPLE– Be safe, support each other and make HenCo a place where people want to stay

Make it easy for the CUSTOMER– Take ownership, follow through and deliver a reliable experience every time

Work as one TEAM– We communicate, back each other and get it done together

Build it BETTER– Keep improving, learning and finding better ways to work

Be REAL– Own your stuff – good or bad

If this resonates with you, and you have an outstanding work ethic, and also can work both supervised and unsupervised then we'd love to hear from you.

HenCo Group is an equal-opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace.

Only those successful for interviews will be contacted