Manufacturing Team Member - Welding

Stabicraft Marine Ltd.; Invercargill City; Hybrid; NZD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free medical insurance

Guaranteed 40-hour weeks

Job summary

Stabicraft Marine Ltd. in Invercargill, New Zealand, is seeking an Alloy TIG & MIG Welder to join our Manufacturing Team.

You will build premium aluminium boats, performing fabrication and welding to the high standards Stabicraft is known for. Day-to-day tasks include welding aluminium to a high standard, reading drawings, preparing materials, completing welds to spec, and maintaining safety and quality throughout the build.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years' relevant fabrication or welding experience.
• Experience in alloy TIG and MIG welding to a high standard.
• The ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in your workmanship.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team.
• A positive attitude and commitment to safe work practices.

Responsibilities

• TIG and MIG welding aluminium to a high standard.
• Reading and interpreting drawings.
• Preparing materials and components for fabrication.
• Completing welds and finishing work to specification.
• Maintaining quality and safety standards throughout the build process.

Skills

TIG welding

MIG welding

Reading drawings

Quality finish

Teamwork

Job description

Can you weld alloy and make it look mint?

We're on the lookout for skilled Alloy TIG & MIG Welders who know their way around a torch, take pride in a quality finish, and enjoy building boats that are made to tackle real adventures.

As part of our Manufacturing Team, you'll help craft world-class aluminium boats that look impressive at the ramp and perform when it matters most. Quality workmanship is at the heart of everything we do, and we're looking for people who share that mindset.

You'll be joining a supportive team with plenty of experience, where there's always someone willing to lend a hand, share their knowledge, or help solve a challenge. It's a great environment to learn, develop, and build a long-term career.

The Role

You'll play a hands-on role in building premium aluminium boats, carrying out fabrication and welding work to the high standards Stabicraft is known for. Day to day, this will include:

• TIG and MIG welding aluminium to a high standard
• Reading and interpreting drawings
• Preparing materials and components for fabrication
• Completing welds and finishing work to specification
• Maintaining quality and safety standards throughout the build process

No two days are exactly the same, but the focus is always on producing quality boats that are built to perform.

What We're Looking For

To be successful in this role, you'll have:

• At least 2 years' relevant fabrication or welding experience
• Experience in alloy TIG and MIG welding to a high standard
• The ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Strong attention to detail and pride in your workmanship
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team
• A positive attitude and commitment to safe work practices

Why Join Stabicraft?

• Full-time, stable employment with guaranteed 40-hour weeks
• Free medical insurance
• Opportunities to develop your skills and grow your career
• Supportive team culture with experienced people around you
• The chance to build premium boats recognised around the world

Built in Invercargill and found on waterways across the globe, Stabicraft boats are known for their quality, performance, and distinctive design. As demand continues to grow, we're investing in our people and our capability to ensure we continue delivering boats that live up to the Stabicraft reputation.

And if you're considering a move south, Invercargill offers an affordable lifestyle, great schools, and easy access to some of New Zealand's best outdoor destinations, from Fiordland to Stewart Island and Central Otago.

Remuneration

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $40.00 per hour. The starting rate offered will be determined by your qualifications, skills, and experience.

This is a full-time position working 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday from 6:30am to 3:00pm, with additional overtime opportunities available.