Welder – Structural Steel & Modular Construction

Work Initiatives; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 88,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Personal/carer's leave

Public holidays

Superannuation 12% employer

Job summary

Work Initiatives in Melbourne's south-east seeks a skilled Welder (First Class) for structural steel fabrication and modular building components in a workshop environment.

The role covers welding, preparation, fit-up, inspection and finishing to approved drawings with adherence to safety standards; occasional project sites across Victoria may be required.

Qualifications

• Skilled welding duties in structural steel fabrication or related industrial environments.
• Demonstrated competence in MIG/MAG welding of steel components and assemblies.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and welding symbols.
• Knowledge of weld preparation, joint fit-up and welding sequences.
• Compliance with safety procedures and use of PPE.

Responsibilities

• Welding structural steel sections, frames, supports and stair components for modular and conventional construction.
• Set up welding equipment and adjust parameters per procedures.
• Inspect welds visually and ensure dimensions align with drawings.
• Prepare components, perform tack welding and verify fit-up.
• Finish welded joints and prepare components for subsequent manufacturing stages.

Skills

MIG/MAG welding

Read drawings

Tolerance and inspection

Safety compliance

Independent work

Communication

Education

Trade qualification in welding or engineering fabrication

Tools

Grinders

Measuring tools

Clamps and fixtures

Job description

An established construction and manufacturing operation based in Melbourne's south-east suburbs is seeking a skilled and reliable Welder (First Class) to undertake specialised welding activities associated with structural steel fabrication and prefabricated and modular building construction.

The business undertakes in-house steel fabrication as part of its broader manufacturing and construction operations. Its fabrication activities involve structural steel frames, fabricated steel assemblies, custom staircases, access walkways, supports, brackets and other metal components used in modular buildings and related construction projects.

The successful applicant will work in a workshop-based manufacturing environment, carrying out welding and associated preparation, fit-up, inspection and finishing activities in accordance with approved fabrication drawings, technical specifications and applicable workplace safety requirements.

This is a hands-on trade position requiring competent welding skills, accurate workmanship and the ability to contribute to the consistent production of fabricated steel components.

The position is full-time and ongoing, with the primary workplace located in Seaford, South-East Melbourne, Victoria. Attendance at project or installation sites elsewhere in Victoria may occasionally be required where relevant to the welding duties and operational requirements of the position.

Benefits

Position Type: Full-Time, Ongoing

Ordinary Working Hours: 38 hours per week

Annual Base Salary: AUD $98,000, excluding superannuation

Superannuation: 12% employer contribution in accordance with applicable legislation

Primary Location: Seaford, South-East Melbourne, Victoria

Employment Entitlements: Annual leave, personal/carer's leave, public holidays and other applicable entitlements in accordance with the National Employment Standards, relevant industrial instruments and Australian workplace legislation.

Any applicable overtime, penalty rates, allowances and additional entitlements will be administered in accordance with the relevant industrial instrument and employment agreement.

The successful applicant will work within an established steel fabrication and modular construction environment, undertaking varied welding activities associated with the manufacture of structural and custom steel components.

Task & responsibilities

The successful applicant will be expected to perform the following duties:

Welding and Structural Steel Assembly

• Perform welding of structural steel sections, frames, supports, brackets, stair components, access walkways and other fabricated metal assemblies used in modular and conventional construction projects.
• Carry out welding operations using MIG/MAG (GMAW) and other welding processes where required by approved procedures and within the employee's demonstrated competence.
• Prepare and position metal components for welding by measuring, marking, cleaning, aligning and securing materials using suitable tools, clamps, fixtures and jigs.
• Undertake tack welding and verify the fit-up, alignment and dimensions of components before completing welds.
• Produce consistent welded joints in accordance with fabrication drawings, welding specifications, applicable procedures and required quality standards.
• Complete welding tasks involving a range of steel sections, plates and fabricated components appropriate to the assigned project requirements.
• Undertake welding repairs and corrective work on fabricated components where necessary and authorised.

Technical Drawings and Work Preparation

• Read and interpret engineering drawings, structural steel fabrication drawings, technical sketches, welding symbols and relevant work instructions.
• Identify joint configurations, welding sequences, material preparation requirements and suitable welding equipment for assigned tasks.
• Confirm material dimensions, joint fit-up and component positioning against drawings before welding.
• Select and prepare suitable welding consumables, tools and equipment in accordance with applicable work instructions.
• Set up and adjust welding equipment, including relevant welding parameters, to suit approved procedures, materials and joint requirements.
• Coordinate with fabrication personnel to ensure components are correctly prepared and available for welding.

Quality Control and Finishing

• Visually inspect welded joints for workmanship, alignment, dimensional accuracy and visible defects.
• Identify welding imperfections and undertake appropriate corrective action or report defects requiring further technical assessment.
• Carry out grinding, cleaning, dressing and finishing of welded joints where required.
• Check completed welded assemblies against relevant drawings and specified fabrication requirements.
• Maintain consistent welding quality and follow applicable inspection, documentation and production procedures.
• Assist with preparing completed components for subsequent manufacturing, coating, assembly or installation stages.

Workshop Operations and Safety

• Safely operate welding equipment and associated hand and power tools required for welding and metal preparation.
• Follow workplace health and safety procedures relevant to welding, hot work, fire prevention, electrical safety, ventilation and manual handling.
• Use appropriate personal protective equipment and comply with site-specific safety requirements.
• Maintain welding equipment, consumables, tools and work areas in a safe and serviceable condition.
• Identify and report equipment defects, unsafe conditions and welding-related hazards.
• Work cooperatively with welders, metal fabricators, production supervisors and other trades to support safe and efficient production.
• Organise assigned welding tasks to meet agreed production schedules without compromising safety or workmanship.
• Perform other directly related welding and metal-joining duties consistent with the responsibilities of a Welder (First Class).

Qualification & experience

Applicants must demonstrate:

• Relevant practical experience performing skilled welding duties in structural steel fabrication, metal manufacturing, engineering workshops, construction-related fabrication or a comparable industrial environment.
• Demonstrated competence in MIG/MAG welding of steel components and fabricated assemblies.
• Ability to prepare, align, fit and weld metal components accurately using appropriate tools and equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, fabrication drawings, welding symbols and work instructions.
• Experience setting up and safely operating welding equipment and selecting appropriate welding parameters within established procedures.
• Practical knowledge of weld preparation, joint fit-up, welding sequences, visual inspection and corrective welding work.
• Ability to inspect completed welds and identify visible defects or non-conforming workmanship.
• Experience using grinders, measuring tools, clamps, fixtures and associated fabrication equipment.
• Understanding of workplace health and safety obligations applicable to welding and workshop operations.
• Ability to work independently on assigned trade tasks and collaborate effectively with other production and construction personnel.
• Communication skills sufficient to understand technical instructions, report issues and comply with workplace safety procedures.
• A consistent commitment to quality, reliability, safe work practices and attention to detail.

Qualifications and Training

Applicants should hold a relevant welding or engineering fabrication trade qualification, or demonstrate equivalent trade competency supported by relevant technical training and substantial practical welding experience.

Applicants may be required to provide evidence of relevant qualifications, employment history and practical trade competency.

Highly Regarded

The following experience and capabilities will be considered favourably:

• Previous welding experience involving structural steel frames and building components.
• Experience in prefabricated or modular building manufacturing.
• Familiarity with welding steel staircases, access walkways, structural supports and custom fabricated assemblies.
• Experience working in a workshop-based manufacturing environment with coordinated production schedules.
• Competence in additional welding processes relevant to the work undertaken.
• Familiarity with applicable Australian structural steel welding standards and quality requirements.
• Experience using welding fixtures and fabrication jigs to maintain component alignment and dimensional accuracy.
• Ability to assist with welding-related adjustments or rectification work during building assembly and installation.
• Experience working with production supervisors, fabricators and other construction trades.
• A current Construction Induction Training (White Card), or willingness to obtain one where construction site access is required.