Welder - Permanent and Casual

The Shadbolt Group; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Workshop environment

Overtime opportunities

Permanent and casual opportunities

Job summary

The Shadbolt Group is seeking experienced Special Class Welders (structural welding) to join a major shipbuilding program. This role offers permanent and casual opportunities in a workshop environment with excellent pay rates and long-term project security.

Candidates must be Australian Citizens or Permanent Residents, with Special Class Welder qualifications and experience in structural welding, and be prepared for medical, police checks, and a welding test prior to entry.

Qualifications

• Must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident.
• Special Class Welder qualifications and experience in structural welding.
• Skilled in high-integrity welding to a minimum of AS 1554.1 standards.
• Must be willing to undergo a medical assessment and provide a clear Federal Police Check.
• Must pass a welding test prior to acceptance into the role.
• Safety-focused.
• Reliable.
• Recognised Welder Qualification certificate at current organisation in FCAW / MCAW processes preferred for steel.
• Skilled in welding to shipbuilding classification standards.
• Experience using semi-automated weld tractors.

Skills

Structural welding

Safety minded

Reliability

AS 1554.1 welding standard

Tools

Semi-automatic weld tractors

FCAW/MCAW welding processes

Job description

Company Overview

Since 1981, Shadbolt Group has been a leading provider of cost-effective engineering solutions. We are proud of our professional performance and aim to build long-term relationships with our clients based on trust, accountability, and integrity. Our dedication to quality gives our clients a competitive advantage. We specialise in shipbuilding, oil and gas, and national infrastructure programs.

About The Role

We are seeking experienced Special Class Welders (structural welding) to join our team on a major shipbuilding program. This is an exciting chance to contribute to Australia's defence capability while enjoying excellent conditions, great pay rates, and long-term project security.

What's On Offer

• Permanent and Casual Opportunities
• Workshop environment
• Opportunity for overtime

About You

• Must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
• Special Class Welder qualifications and experience in structural welding
• Skilled in high-integrity welding to a minimum of AS 1554.1 standards
• Must be willing to undergo a medical assessment and provide a clear Federal Police Check
• Must pass a welding test prior to acceptance into the role
• Safety-focused
• Reliable
• Recognised Welder Qualification certificate at current organisation in FCAW / MCAW processes preferred for steel
• Skilled in welding to shipbuilding classification standards
• Experience using semi-automated weld tractors

Why Join Shadbolt?

This is an opportunity to work with one of Australia's leading fabrication and shipbuilding companies, on projects that make a real difference. Join us and be part of a supportive team where your skills are valued and your career can grow.