Experienced Welder — Permanent NZ Roles, Relocation Covered

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

Job summary

Franklin Smith is seeking multiple experienced Welders for various construction-related welding and fabricating tasks across New Zealand. A minimum of three years full-time welding experience is required, with the ability to travel for projects as needed.

The role offers an hourly wage of $30.00–$35.00 and permanent, Monday–Friday work with extra shifts on weekends. Relocation and travel between regions may be required, with Franklin Smith covering transport and accommodation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of full-time welding experience.
• Experience with cutting and shaping metal to specification.
• Ability to work safely and comply with policies and legislation.

Responsibilities

• Cut marked-out metal sections and shapes using hand tools and torches.
• Shape and bend metal sections and pipes using tools and heating methods.
• Align parts for joining and inspect welds for bead width and penetration.
• Finish products by cleaning, polishing and grinding.

Skills

Welding

Fabrication

Metal cutting

Inspection

Tools

Flame cutting torches

Metal cutting machines

Measuring tools

Job description

Franklin Smith is seeking multiple experienced Welders for various construction-related welding and fabricating tasks across New Zealand. A minimum of three years full-time welding experience is required, with the ability to travel for projects as needed.

The role offers an hourly wage of $30.00–$35.00 and permanent, Monday–Friday work with extra shifts on weekends. Relocation and travel between regions may be required, with Franklin Smith covering transport and accommodation.