Aluminium & Stainless Steel Fabricators

EQUIP Recruitment; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Christchurch is seeking experienced Stainless & Aluminium Fabricators for long-term roles. Applicants should hold a NZ trade qualification and have proven experience, particularly in marine fabrication. The positions offer competitive hourly rates ranging from $32 to $40, along with ongoing training and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rates

Supportive, safety-focused work environments

Opportunities for ongoing training and certification

Qualifications

• Trade-qualified professionals with experience in aluminium and stainless steel.
• Strong commitment to health & safety and quality workmanship.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and weld stainless steel and aluminium components to specification.
• Read and interpret technical drawings and fabrication plans.
• Work collaboratively with workshop teams to meet production targets.

Skills

MIG welding

TIG welding

ARC welding

Reading technical drawings

Attention to detail

Education

NZ trade qualification in fabrication or welding

Job description

EQUIP Recruitment is working alongside a group of well-established engineering and manufacturing companies in Christchurch to fill multiple roles for experienced Stainless & Aluminium Fabricators.

These are long-term opportunities for trade-qualified professionals who take pride in precision work and want to be part of high-performing, well-supported teams.

About the Roles:

You'll be working in modern, well-equipped workshops, fabricating a range of stainless and aluminium components to exacting standards. Projects vary across industries with some clients involved in marine fabrication, food-grade production and architectural metalwork.

Key Responsibilities:

• Fabrication and welding of stainless steel and aluminium components to specification
• Reading and interpreting technical drawings and fabrication plans
• Performing MIG, TIG and ARC welding to a high standard
• Working collaboratively with workshop teams to meet production and quality targets

What We're Looking For:

• NZ trade qualification in fabrication or welding (or equivalent)
• Proven experience working with stainless steel and aluminium
• Marine fabrication experience is highly desirable
• Current NZ welding tickets for stainless and aluminium are highly desirable
• Strong technical skills and attention to detail
• Commitment to health & safety and quality workmanship
• Ability to work independently and contribute to a team environment

What's on Offer:

• Multiple full-time, permanent roles available
• Competitive hourly rates: $32-$40/hour, based on experience and qualifications
• Supportive, safety-focused work environments
• Opportunities for ongoing training, certification and career development

If you're a skilled fabricator looking for a stable, long-term opportunity in Christchurch, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now or contact EQUIP Recruitment for a confidential discussion.