Welder (First Class) – Structural Steel & Reinforcement

Sociable Tech; Canberra; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Superannuation

Job summary

Goldenlight Pty Ltd is offering a permanent, full-time welder position based in Canberra’s Majura workshop with site work across the region. The role focuses on fabricating and welding structural steel, reading drawings, and ensuring compliance with AS/NZS 1554.

We require a Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade (or equivalent) and at least 2 years of post-qualification welding experience, with MIG, stick and FCAW skills. A White Card, licence and strong teamwork are valued.

Qualifications

• Must have Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade or equivalent.
• 2+ years post-qualification welder experience, preferably structural steel/construction.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering/shop drawings.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret drawings, schedules and welding specs.
• Measure, mark out, cut and prepare steel sections using hand/power tools.
• Weld structural steel and reinforcement components (MIG, stick, FCAW).
• Fabricate prefabricated components in workshop and site welds.
• Inspect welds against drawings and AS/NZS 1554 requirements.
• Follow WHS procedures and hot work permits on site.

Skills

MIG welding

Stick welding

Flux-cored welding

Read drawings

English communication

Education

Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade

Tools

Oxy-acetylene cutting

Plasma cutting

Welding equipment

Job description

Goldenlight Pty Ltd This is a permanent, full-time position (38 hours per week) based at our Majura workshop, with work on construction sites across Canberra and the surrounding region as required. Your main duties will be: Reading and interpreting engineering drawings, shop drawings, reinforcement schedules and welding procedure specifications Measuring, marking out, cutting and preparing steel sections, plates and reinforcing bar using hand and power tools, oxy-acetylene and plasma cutting equipment Welding structural steel, reinforcement cages, embedded plates and prefabricated components using MIG (GMAW), stick (MMAW) and flux-cored (FCAW) processes Fabricating and welding prefabricated steel and reinforcement components in the workshop, and carrying out site welding during installation Inspecting welds for defects and checking work against drawings, specifications and AS/NZS 1554 requirements Carrying out weld repairs and modifications to steel components on site Setting up, operating and maintaining welding, cutting and grinding equipment Following safe work method statements and WHS procedures, including hot work permits and working at heights where required Working with site supervisors, steel fixers and other trades to meet project schedules About you Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade (or equivalent trade qualification) At least 2 years of relevant post-qualification experience as a welder, preferably in structural steel or construction Demonstrated skills in MIG, stick and flux-cored welding in multiple positions Ability to read and interpret engineering and shop drawings Sound knowledge of WHS requirements for hot work and construction sites A valid White Card (Construction Induction) and a current Australian driver's licence Good communication skills in English and the ability to work safely as part of a team Highly regarded: welding qualifications to AS/NZS 1554 or AS/NZS 2980, experience welding reinforcing steel, TIG (GTAW) welding experience, and forklift or EWP licences.

What we offer

A salary of $90,000 - $105,000 per annum plus superannuation A permanent full-time role with an established Canberra construction company Work on major commercial, civil and government projects Ongoing training and career development Goldenlight Pty Ltd is an equal opportunity employer.

We encourage all suitably qualified applicants to apply, including Australian citizens and permanent residents.

About Company

Goldenlight Pty Ltd (Goldenlight Civil & Construction) has been operating in Canberra since 2018. We specialise in structural steel reinforcement, post-tensioning, formwork carpentry, prefabrication and structural welding for commercial, civil and residential projects across the ACT and surrounding NSW.

Our recent work includes projects at Stromlo Forest College, Canberra Airport, Acton Pavilions, Gold Creek and Scrivener Dam.