Welder/Fabricator

New Zealand Panels Group; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Health Insurance Discount

Free Annual Health Checks

Staff Recognition Awards

Job summary

New Zealand Panels Group in Christchurch, NZ is seeking a Stainless Steel Fabricator to join our close-knit workshop. You will fabricate stainless components to drawings, and collaborate with the production team to meet delivery targets.

We value strong TIG welding skills, attention to detail, and a safe, diligent approach. This full-time role offers hands-on work on kitchen and bathroom products in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in metal fabrication, with stainless steel preferred.
• Strong TIG welding skills and inspection of welds.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Excellent attention to detail and quality workmanship.
• Reliable team player with a strong work ethic.
• Knowledge of health and safety practices in workshop.
• Trade qualification relevant to fabrication.

Responsibilities

• Cut, bend, weld, and finish stainless steel to produce fixtures and fittings.
• Read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Operate fabrication equipment safely and effectively.
• Ensure all work meets quality standards and tolerances.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised work area.
• Work collaboratively with the production team to meet deadlines.
• Report progress and any issues to the Site Supervisor.

Skills

Welding expertise

Read technical drawings

Attention to detail

Team player

Health and safety awareness

Stainless steel fabrication experience

Reliable

Education

Trade qualification in fabrication/welding

Job description

Calling all skilled or up and coming welders/fabricators - we want you!

01st October, 2026

We're a small, close-knit production team based in Christchurch, manufacturing high-quality fabricated metal products for kitchens and bathrooms. As part of our team of around 20, you'll play a hands-on role in producing durable, precision-made stainless steel products for residential and commercial clients.

We're looking for an experienced Stainless Steel Fabricator to join our workshop and help us continue delivering top-quality craftsmanship to our customers.

About the Role

Reporting to the Site Supervisor, you'll be responsible for fabricating stainless steel components and products to a high standard, working from drawings and specifications, and collaborating closely with the rest of the production team to meet quality and delivery targets.

Key Responsibilities

• Cut, bend, weld, and finish stainless steel to produce kitchen and bathroom fixtures and fittings
• Read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
• Operate fabrication equipment safely and effectively
• Ensure all work meets quality standards and tolerances
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised work area
• Work collaboratively with the production team to meet deadlines
• Report progress and any issues to the Site Supervisor

01st October, 2026

We're a small, close-knit production team based in Christchurch, manufacturing high-quality fabricated metal products for kitchens and bathrooms. As part of our team of around 20, you'll play a hands-on role in producing durable, precision-made stainless steel products for residential and commercial clients.

We're looking for an experienced Stainless Steel Fabricator to join our workshop and help us continue delivering top-quality craftsmanship to our customers.

About the Role

Reporting to the Site Supervisor, you'll be responsible for fabricating stainless steel components and products to a high standard, working from drawings and specifications, and collaborating closely with the rest of the production team to meet quality and delivery targets.

Key Responsibilities

• Cut, bend, weld, and finish stainless steel to produce kitchen and bathroom fixtures and fittings
• Read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
• Operate fabrication equipment safely and effectively
• Ensure all work meets quality standards and tolerances
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised work area
• Work collaboratively with the production team to meet deadlines
• Report progress and any issues to the Site Supervisor

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience in metal fabrication (stainless steel experience highly regarded)
• Solid welding skills (TIG preferred)
• Ability to read and work from technical drawings
• Good attention to detail and a commitment to quality workmanship
• A reliable team player with a strong work ethic
• Understanding of (and commitment to) workplace health and safety practices
• Relevant trade qualification

What We Offer

• Full-time work with a supportive small team
• A hands-on role where your craftsmanship is valued
• Opportunity to work on a variety of custom kitchen and bathroom products
• A close-knit, down-to-earth workplace culture

About us:

New Zealand Panels Group is a leading manufacturer and distributor of decorative interior panel products used by the joinery industry. We also supply high pressure laminates, porcelain and engineered stone benchtop materials along with a range of substrates and stainless-steel products. Specified by New Zealand's top architects and designers, our products can be found in projects built by the country's leading residential and commercial builders.

Working at NZPG is great! Our staff benefits include:

• Employee Assistance Program for mental wellbeing
• Staff Recognition Awards
• Employee Referral Program
• Long Service Payments
• Health Insurance Discount
• Free Annual Health Checks