Geothermal ASME Welder - Precision Welding in NZ

SGS; Taupo; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SGS, a global engineering company in New Zealand's geothermal sector, is seeking an experienced ASME Welder to join our growing team.

You will interpret drawings, fabricate and weld per ASME codes, perform inspections, and help ensure quality, safety and traceability across projects in geothermal and energy sectors.

This role offers opportunities to work with a respected team and contribute to continuous improvement while advancing your career.

Qualifications

• Valid ASME IX certification to 6G or equivalent.
• Proven welder in industrial, manufacturing, energy, or heavy engineering environments.
• Strong knowledge of ASME codes, particularly Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code.
• Experience reading drawings and welding specifications.
• Experience with mechanical fitting, assembly and installation.

Responsibilities

• Interpret drawings, blueprints and welding specs to guide fabrication.
• Fabricate, assemble, fit and weld components per project requirements.
• Conduct pre-work inspections of materials and equipment for safety.
• Perform precision QC checks and measurements to meet tolerances.
• Maintain welding procedures records for traceability.
• Identify defects and support corrective actions.
• Operate and maintain welding and fabrication equipment safely.
• Collaborate with supervisors to meet production schedules while ensuring quality.
• Adhere to health, safety, environmental and quality requirements.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of welding processes.

Skills

ASME IX certification

Interpreting drawings

Quality control

Precision measuring

Teamwork

Safety focus

Tools

Welding processes

Fabrication equipment

Job description

SGS, a global engineering company in New Zealand's geothermal sector, is seeking an experienced ASME Welder to join our growing team.

You will interpret drawings, fabricate and weld per ASME codes, perform inspections, and help ensure quality, safety and traceability across projects in geothermal and energy sectors.

This role offers opportunities to work with a respected team and contribute to continuous improvement while advancing your career.