Welders

Birdon Group; Port Macquarie; On-site; AUD 51,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4-day work week

Relocation assistance

Overtime available

Job summary

Birdon Group is seeking welders to join its Port Macquarie team on permanent and casual terms. The role focuses on aluminium and steel welding for marine vessels, shipyard structures and components, with a strong emphasis on weld preparation, quality and safety.

No trade qualification is required, and relocation or regional benefits may be available. You will contribute to new builds, refits and repairs across commercial and defence vessels, with overtime options and a 4-day work week.

Qualifications

• No trade qualification required: capable welders with practical aluminium and steel welding experience.
• Aluminium and Steel Welding experience: prepare materials, set up equipment, weld aluminium and steel to high standards.
• Fabrication skills: read basic drawings, measure and prepare materials, assist assembly of marine components.
• Construction white card or willingness to obtain one before starting on site.
• Safety-conscious team player with a ‘make it happen safely’ attitude.
• MIG and/or TIG welding capability for marine and heavy fabrication, with clean welds.

Responsibilities

• Carry out high-quality aluminium and steel welding on marine vessels and shipyard structures.
• Assist with fabrication: fit, assemble and repair hull sections, decks, cabins and rails.
• Read drawings, templates and instructions to measure, mark, cut and assemble materials.
• Maintain safe, clean work areas and adhere to hot-work and lifting controls.

Job description

We are looking for Welders to join our team - no trade required! Work for a well-established global company based in Port Macquarie. Permanent & Casual positions available!

Highlights:

• 4-day work week- Monday to Thursday with overtime available Friday to Sunday
• Highly competitive rates! Permanent rates ranging from $37.16 to $43.24 per hour with casuals receiving an additional 25% loading. Penalty rates are payable Friday, Saturday & Sunday.
• No trade qualification required — if you can weld aluminium and steel to a high standard and have the right attitude, we want to hear from you.
• Exciting and diverse projectswhere you'll contribute to new builds, refit and repair works, and both commercial and defence vessels.
• Beautiful regionallocation by the beach. One of the best tourist locations in NSW!
• Relocation assistance available
• Central location between Sydney and Brisbane
• Ongoing work available with opportunities to travel
• Aluminium and Steel Welding: Carry out high-quality aluminium and steel welding on marine vessels, shipyard structures and components, primarily using MIG and/or TIG processes, with a strong focus on weld preparation, quality, consistency and safe work practices.
• Fabrication Support: Assist with fitting, assembling and repairing aluminium and steel vessel structures and components including hull sections, decks, cabins, consoles, rails, brackets, tanks and other marine fit-out items.
• Drawing Interpretation & Practical Skills: Read and follow workshop drawings, jigs, templates and work instructions to accurately measure, mark out, cut, prepare and assemble aluminium and steel materials.
• Safety, Quality & Housekeeping: Work safely in a busy shipyard environment, follow hot-work and lifting controls, maintain clean work areas, complete quality checks, and contribute to a strong “make it happen safely” team culture.

Skills / Experience:

• No trade qualification required: We are looking for capable welders with practical aluminium and steel welding experience, a strong work ethic and the ability to produce clean, consistent work. Trade qualifications are welcomed but are not essential.
• Aluminium and Steel Welding Experience: Demonstrated ability to prepare materials, set up welding equipment, complete aluminium and steel welds, and work to required quality and safety standards in a workshop or shipyard environment.
• Practical Fabrication Skills: Ability to read basic workshop drawings, measure accurately, mark out work, cut and prepare aluminium and steel, and assist with the assembly of marine components.
• Construction industry white card, or willingness to obtain one before commencing on site.
• Service-oriented team player with a “make it happen safely” attitude.
• Strong aluminium and steel MIG and/or TIG welding capability, with experience producing clean, consistent welds suitable for marine and heavy fabrication applications.
• Experience fabricating aluminium and steel hull structures, consoles, cabins, hardtops, rails, tanks, brackets and vessel fit-out components.
• Current welding tickets, marine industry experience, forklift, dogging, rigging, EWP or working at heights qualifications will be highly regarded.

We deliver value for our customers through our innovative people, organisational agility, and operational excellence. As an equal opportunity employer, all positions are open to any person that may have the required characteristics and experiences. Veterans are encouraged to apply.