Welders

Work Initiatives; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 62,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Overtime penalties

Weekly pay

Local work continuity

Job summary

Work Initiatives is seeking experienced MIG Welders, First Class Welders, and Boilermakers for immediate-start opportunities across Melbourne's Northern and Western Suburbs. We partner with local manufacturing, pre-cast and modular builders to provide consistent, local work.

Roles involve heavy structural fabrication, pre-cast reinforcement, and production welding. You will read drawings, follow safety protocols, and work with galvanised steel, sheet metal and other materials.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification: Certificate III in Engineering (Fabrication Trade) or Boilermaker/Welding qualification.
• Solid MIG welding background with production or structural experience.
• Valid Construction Industry White Card and full PPE.
• Ability to read and weld from fabrication drawings.
• Reliable transport and a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• MIG welding for modular buildings and structural steel projects.
• Fabrication and welding of reinforcement cages and concrete wall panels.
• Work with structural steel, sheet metal and galvanised steel across shop settings.
• Production welding and assembly of frames, door jams, and prefabricated pods.
• Read and interpret complex workshop drawings and engineering specifications.
• Attend toolbox talks and maintain safe, organized workspace.

Skills

MIG welding

Reading fabrication drawings

Site safety & toolbox talks

Reliability & punctuality

Education

Certificate III in Engineering (Fabrication Trade)

Boilermaker/Welding qualification

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.