Welder & Fabricator

Ocean Gear Inc.; Lunenburg; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A maritime fabrication company located in Lunenburg, Nova Scotia, is looking for a skilled Welder/Fabricator to join their team. This role requires expertise in welding structural steel and experience with aluminum and stainless steel. The candidate should be safety-focused and able to perform marine fabrication and ship repair. The company offers competitive wages, steady year-round work, and opportunities for training and overtime in a supportive, safety-focused environment.

Benefits

Competitive wages based on experience

Steady, year-round work

Opportunities for overtime

Training and certification opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of welding/fabrication experience in industrial or marine environments.
• Experience with structural steel welding required.
• Ability to work in confined spaces and around heavy equipment.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and weld structural steel components with precision.
• Perform welding and fabrication on various metals.
• Carry out marine fabrication and ship repair work.

Skills

Welding structural steel

Aluminum welding

Stainless steel welding

Ability to work independently

Teamwork

Education

Welding tickets/certifications (CWB or equivalent)

Tools

Grinders

Saws

Drills

Job description

We are seeking a skilled Welder / Fabricator to join our growing team. This role involves a mix of structural steel fabrication, aluminum and stainless work, and ship repair, both in-shop and on site. The ideal candidate is safety-focused, mechanically inclined, and comfortable working in a marine or industrial environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Fabricate and weld structural steel components in accordance with drawings and specifications
• Perform welding and fabrication on carbon steel, with aluminum and stainless steel experience considered a strong asset
• Carry out ship repair and marine fabrication work, including modifications and repairs on vessels
• Use welding processes such as SMAW (stick), GMAW (MIG), and GTAW (TIG) as required
• Read and interpret fabrication drawings, blueprints, and work orders
• Cut, fit, tack, and weld materials accurately and efficiently
• Operate fabrication equipment including grinders, saws, drills, and other shop tools
• Work safely in confined spaces and around heavy equipment when required
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
• Follow all company safety policies and applicable regulations

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 3 years as a welder/fabricator in an industrial or marine environment
• Strong experience welding structural steel
• Aluminum and stainless steel welding experience is an asset
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Experience with ship repair, marine fabrication, or work aboard vessels is an asset
• Welding tickets/certifications (CWB, marine, or equivalent) are an asset or willingness to obtain
• Physically capable of performing manual labor, including lifting, climbing, and working in varied environments
• Valid driver’s license

What We Offer

• Competitive wages based on experience
• Steady, year-round work
• Opportunities for overtime
• Diverse projects including structural steel and marine work
• Supportive team environment with a strong focus on safety and quality
• Training and certification opportunities