Welder (First Class)

Labour Support Group; City of Burnie; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Burnie Plumbing Supplies in Burnie, Tasmania, is seeking an experienced Welder (First Class) to fabricate, assemble and repair metal components. This full-time role offers AU$80,000–AU$85,000 plus superannuation and is based in Burnie.

Applicants should have a Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade or equivalent, with at least 2 years of welding experience across MIG, TIG and arc processes, and a strong focus on quality and safety in a workshop setting.

Qualifications

• Welding trade qualification or equivalent is required.
• Experience reading technical drawings and specifications.
• Proven ability to interpret welding procedures and standards.

Responsibilities

• Select and prepare welding equipment, consumables and materials.
• Read drawings and blueprints to determine welding requirements.
• Set up and operate MIG welding equipment to weld and repair.
• Inspect welds for dimensions, quality and standards.
• Maintain safety and housekeeping in the workshop.

Skills

Welding

Reading blueprints

Quality control

Safety compliance

Education

Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade

Tools

MIG welding

TIG welding

Arc welding

Job description

The Client

Burnie Plumbing Supplies is a plumbing showroom and workshop located at Burnie in Tasmania. They are seeking an experienced Welder (First Class) to join their team.

The Role

The Welder (First Class) is responsible for fabricating, assembling, and repairing metal components and structures using a range of welding and fabrication techniques. This is a full-time position with an annual salary of $80,000 to $85,000 plus superannuation. The role is based in Burnie in Tasmania.

The Responsibilities

• Select and prepare appropriate welding equipment, consumables, and materials for welding operations.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, welding procedures, and specifications to determine welding requirements.
• Set up and operate MIG welding equipment to weld, join, and repair metal components and structures.
• Position and secure workpieces to ensure accurate alignment and welding in accordance with specifications.
• Perform welding operations on various metal components while maintaining required quality and safety standards.
• Inspect completed welds to ensure compliance with specified dimensions, quality requirements, and welding standards.
• Repair defective welds and damaged metal components through grinding, gouging, and rewelding processes.
• Perform weld finishing activities, including grinding and dressing welds to achieve the required finish and appearance.
• Use measuring and testing instruments to verify weld quality, accuracy, and compliance with specifications.
• Carry out welding repairs and maintenance on metal structures, machinery, equipment, and related components.
• Clean and prepare metal surfaces before and after welding to ensure quality.
• Conduct routine maintenance and basic troubleshooting of welding equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Follow workplace health and safety procedures, welding safety requirements, and relevant industry regulations at all times.
• Work collaboratively with supervisors, engineers, inspectors, and other trades personnel to complete welding tasks efficiently.
• Maintain accurate records of welding activities, inspections, repairs, materials used, and work completed.

The Requirements

• Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade or equivalent qualification
• Minimum 2 years' experience as a Welder (First Class) or within metal fabrication environments
• At least 2 years' experience performing MIG, TIG, and arc welding across structural steel and fabricated metal components
• At least 2 years' experience with the three main types of welding:
• Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW)
• Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)
• Flux-cored Arc Welding (FCAW)

Minimum 2 years' experience interpreting engineering drawings, fabrication plans, and technical specifications At Least 2 years' experience operating fabrication machinery, welding equipment, and metalworking tools At least 2 years' experience assembling, repairing, and finishing fabricated metal products to engineering standards Strong knowledge of welding procedures, fabrication methods, and metal finishing techniques Ability to identify welding defects, dimensional inconsistencies, and fabrication issues accurately Strong understanding of workplace safety procedures, fabrication compliance standards, and workshop operations Good communication skills and ability to work effectively within fabrication and engineering teams High attention to detail and commitment to precision workmanship