Welders

JV Recruitment; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 62,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Overtime rates

Weekly pay

Local work Melbourne

Job summary

JV Recruitment currently seeks experienced MIG Welders, First Class Welders, and Boilermakers for immediate-start opportunities across Melbourne's Northern and Western Suburbs. Roles involve modular fabrication, pre-cast reinforcement, and site-safe production welding with local, ongoing work.

Qualified welders with a Certificate III in Engineering or equivalent are preferred; safety cards and reliable transport are highly regarded. Excellent OT rates and weekly pay are available.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification in Engineering (Fabrication) or Boilermaker/Welding preferred.
• Proven MIG welding background in production or structural settings.
• Valid Construction Industry White Card and full PPE.
• Ability to read fabrication drawings and weld directly from them.
• Reliable transport and a valid driver's licence.

Responsibilities

• Heavy structural MIG welding for modular buildings and structural steel projects.
• Fabrication and welding of reinforcement cages, plates and steel components for pre-cast.
• Work with structural steel, sheet metal and galvanised steel across shop settings.
• Production welding of door jams and prefabricated pods.
• Interpret complex workshop drawings and engineering specs.
• Attend Toolbox Talks and follow site safety protocols.

Skills

MIG welding

Boilermaker

Reading drawings

Reliability

Education

Certificate III in Engineering (Fabrication Trade) or equivalent

Tools

White Card

Job description

We are currently seeking experienced MIG Welders, First Class Welders, and Boilermakers for multiple upcoming and immediate-start opportunities across Melbourne’s Northern and Western Suburbs.

We partner with leading local manufacturing, pre-cast, and modular building operations that maintain steady workflows and strong site pipelines. From heavy structural fabrications to fast-paced production yards, we have a range of long-term roles suited to trade-qualified and highly experienced welders looking for consistent, local work.

TYPICAL WORK ENVIRONMENT & DUTIES

• Modular & Heavy Structural Fabrication: Heavy structural MIG welding for modular buildings and structural steel projects.
• Pre-Cast Concrete Reinforcement: Fabrication and welding of reinforcement cages, plates, steel components, and concrete wall panels.
• Specialized Materials: Working with structural steel, sheet metal, and galvanised steel across various shop settings.
• Door Jams & Bathroom Pods: Production welding and assembly of frames, door jams, and prefabricated pods.
• Plan & Drawing Interpretation: Reading and interpreting complex workshop drawings and engineering specifications.
• Site Safety & Autonomy: Attending morning Toolbox Talks, adhering to site safety protocols, and maintaining an organized workspace.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive Pay: $45 - $55 per hour + Super (negotiable based on experience and role complexity).
• Strong Overtime: Penalty rates apply (time-and-a-half & double time) with generous shift allowances where applicable.
• Weekly Pay: Reliable, on-time weekly payroll structure.
• Consistent Local Work: Casual, ongoing positions with opportunities to transition to permanent roles across Melbourne's West and North.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• Trade Qualification: Certificate III in Engineering (Fabrication Trade) or equivalent Boilermaker/Welding qualification highly desired (non-qualified candidates with extensive, proven industry experience are also encouraged to apply).
• Solid MIG Welding Background: Proven production or structural MIG experience (galvanised steel or pre-cast experience is a strong advantage).
• Tickets & Safety: Valid Construction Industry White Card and full PPE (Steel cap boots, Hi-Vis, Hard hat, Welding helmet).
• Drawing Skills: Demonstrated ability to read and weld directly from fabrication drawings.
• Reliability: Valid driver's licence and reliable transport strongly preferred.