Experienced Welder - Nz-Wide Projects & Permanent Role

Franklin Smith Limited; Nelson; On-site; NZD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Franklin Smith Limited is seeking multiple experienced Welders to perform welding and fabrication for construction projects across New Zealand, including pipe work and structural steel erection. The role requires at least three years of full-time experience and a strong work ethic.

You will work Monday to Friday with additional weekend shifts when required. A police check and drug test will be part of the recruitment process, and relocation assistance is provided for project sites across

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of full-time welding/fabrication experience.
• Able to pass police check and drug test.

Responsibilities

• Weld and fabricate construction-related materials, pipe and structural steel.
• Assist with pipefitting and erection of structural steel.
• Maintain welding quality and finish.
• Follow Franklin Smith safety policies and relevant legislation.
• Travel to various NZ regions for projects as required.

Skills

Welding

Fabrication

Pipe welding

Structural steel erection

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Tools

Flame cutting torch

Metal cutting machines

Hand tools

Measuring instruments

Job description

About us:

Franklin Smith is a multi-disciplinary Recruitment Agency - specialising in Trades and Construction. We have offices is Auckland, Christchurch, and Nelson, with large scale projects around New Zealand. Franklin Smith is people focussed; we are always searching for the best of the best in each industry.

About you:

The ideal candidate must be able to:

• - Cutting marked-out metal sections and shapes using hand tools, flame cutting torches and metal cutting machines.
• - Shaping and bending metal sections and pipes using hand and machine tools, and by heating and hammering.
• - Aligning parts to be joined using hand tools and measuring instruments.
• - Examining welds for width of bead, penetration and precision.
• - Finishing products by cleaning, polishing, filing and bathing in acidic solutions.
• - Cleaning and smoothing welds by filing, chiseling and grinding
• - Ensure all activities are conducted safely and in compliance with Franklin Smith policies and relevant legislation.
• - Other duties as reasonably required within the capability of the employee’s role may also be required from time to time.
• - The key responsibilities outlined in this job description are not exhaustive and may be amended from time to time to reflect the evolving needs of the business.

The ideal candidate will also have:

• - Able to pass a police check and drug test

About the role:

• - Minimum 30 hours of work per week
• - Hourly wage ranging from $30.00 - $35.00
• - Permanent role – Monday to Friday, with extra shifts available on weekends
• - We have opportunities across various locations in New Zealand. As part of your employment, you may be required to travel to a different region within New Zealand for different projects, including Auckland, Manawatū-Whanganui, Marlborough, Waikato, Wellington, Otago, Nelson, Hawke’s Bay, Taranaki, Northland, West Coast, Bay of Plenty, Canterbury, Gisborne, Southland.
• - You will be given reasonable notice if you are required to relocate to another region. Franklin Smith will cover transportation and accommodation expenses related to the relocation.

Looking for multiple experienced Welders who have a good attitude towards work and great references. You will be completing various welding and fabricating construction related material, pipe, structural steel erection, etc. The successful candidate will have at least three years of relevant full-time work experience.