Welding Supervisor - Manufacturing

Hilton Manufacturing P/L; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Early finish Fridays

Full-time permanent position

Internal progression opportunities

Modern facilities in Victoria

Job summary

Hilton Manufacturing is seeking a Welding Supervisor to lead a team of welders at our Dandenong South facility in Victoria. You will oversee safety, quality, productivity and team performance, while driving continuous improvement and ensuring targets are met.

The role requires strong hands-on leadership with expertise in MIG, TIG and FCAW processes, plus the ability to read engineering drawings and welding symbols. This permanent position offers long-term stability and a pathway for development.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a welding team in manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of MIG, TIG and FCAW welding processes and associated quality standards.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and welding symbols.
• Proven track record in safety, quality and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor and develop a team of MIG, TIG and FCAW welders.
• Coordinate daily production activities to meet safety, quality and delivery targets.
• Ensure compliance with drawings, specifications and welding standards.
• Drive first-time quality, reduce rework and scrap.
• Maintain documentation for production, quality and compliance.
• Foster a positive safety culture through risk management.

Skills

MIG welding

TIG welding

FCAW welding

Reading drawings

Leadership

Problem solving

Coaching

Continuous improvement

Education

Boilermaking/Fabrication/Welding trade qualification

Tools

M1 ERP

Job description

Welding Supervisor | Early Finish Fridays | Permanent Role

We are seeking an experienced Welding Supervisor to join the team at our Dandenong South facility.

This is an opportunity to join a well-established Australian manufacturer supplying major Heavy Commercial Vehicle OEM's, Transportation and Defence industries. You'll play a key role in developing team capability, improving welding processes, enhancing quality outcomes, and driving workshop performance.

About the Role

Reporting to the Production Manager, you will lead a team of welders and take ownership of safety, quality, productivity and team performance across the welding function.

You will ensure production targets are achieved while maintaining the highest standards and compliance. This role is ideal for someone who combines strong technical welding knowledge with proven leadership capability and a passion for continuous improvement.

If you're a hands-on leader who enjoys coaching, improving systems, and delivering high-quality work safely and efficiently, we'd like to hear from you.

Join Hilton Manufacturing and help shape the ongoing future of Australian manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor and develop a team of MIG, TIG and FCAW welders
• Coordinate daily production activities to achieve safety, quality and delivery targets
• Ensure compliance with engineering drawings, specifications and welding standards
• Drive first-time quality outcomes and reduce rework and scrap
• Monitor weld quality, fit-up accuracy and workmanship standards
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across productivity, quality and safety
• Maintain production, quality and compliance documentation
• Foster a positive safety culture through proactive risk management

About You

• Previous experience as a Welding Supervisor within a manufacturing or similar environment
• Strong knowledge of MIG, TIG and FCAW welding processes
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications and welding symbols
• Sound understanding of welding quality requirements and inspection processes
• Proven experience leading teams in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication, problem-solving and decision-making skills
• A commitment to safety, quality and continuous improvement
• Demonstrated ability to coach, develop and motivate the team
• Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement experience
• Trade qualification in Boilermaking, Fabrication or Welding
• Experience using M1 (ERP) or production planning systems

Highly Desirable

• AS 1796 and AS 2214 accreditation
• Experience working within Defence, Transport, Automotive or Heavy Manufacturing sectors

About Us

Established in 1976, Hilton Manufacturing is a leading Australian manufacturer supplying components and assemblies to the trucking, defence and caravan industries.

Operating from modern facilities in Victoria and Queensland, we are the preferred supplier to many of Australia's leading truck manufacturers. Our success is built on innovation, quality workmanship, continuous improvement, and the dedication of our people.

Early finish every Friday – real work/life balance built into the roster

Full-time permanent position with long-term stability

Our business has a strong reputation and 50 years of success

Genuine internal progression – we promote from within as we grow

An all‑inclusive workplace supportive and welcoming of diverse backgrounds

Major projects across Heavy Commercial Vehicle, Transportation and Defence industries

A strong pipeline of work with a team with a long tenure, a modern facility with regular investments for the right equipment and clear standards

Direct access to leadership and a team that takes pride in workmanship

Applicants must have unrestricted Australian working rights, as sponsorship will not be offered for this position.