Mechanical Welder & Fabricator

Nz Labour Hire; Auckland; On-site; NZD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Tools & PPE supplied

Career progression

Friendly team

Job summary

Waikato Garage Doors is seeking a hands-on Manufacturing/Factory Hand with solid welding skills to join our Hamilton team. You will manufacture Tilt Doors and PA Doors, insulate and stain sectional doors, and help keep the workshop clean and stocked while learning the full breadth of our operation.

We offer on-the-job training, ongoing upskilling, a defined career path with a well-established company, and a supportive team environment with PPE, tools provided, and opportunities to work extended

Qualifications

• Keen eye for accuracy and attention to detail.
• Mechanically minded/ forward thinker.
• Competent with hand and power tools.
• Strong work ethic with high energy levels and good communication.
• Physically fit (able to lift 20kg and stand for long periods).
• Able to work unsupervised and/or in a team environment.
• Clean, full driver's license with ability to drive manual and automatic vehicles and back a trailer.
• Experience preferred but not essential as full training will be provided.
• Have welding experience and/or welding tickets.

Responsibilities

• Manufacturing Tilt Doors and PA Doors in compliance with company standards.
• Insulating and staining sectional doors.
• Welding parts and brackets.
• Maintaining workshop cleanliness and stocking parts.
• Filling in job sheets accurately and recording essential information.
• Following health and safety procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Mechanical minded

Hand & power tools

Strong work ethic

Physically fit

Driver's license (manual & automatic)

Welding experience

Training provided

Job description

• Located in Te Rapa Hamilton - Welding/fabrication, staining cedar doors, delivery errands and stock control
• Welding experience essential for this role
• Job security - We're an established national award winning company with consistant workflow
• 40 yrs in the Garage Door industry, we're innovative and proud
• You'll have oportunities to upskill and gain experience in other areas of the business
• Full training, tools and PPE provided

STUCK IN A JOB THAT ISN'T YOU?

READY FOR A CAREER CHANGE, BUT HAVE NO IDEA WHAT ELSE YOU COULD DO?

Are you resilient, quick thinking, adaptable and proud to deliver top quality outcomes from start to finish? If you share our enthusiasm to help others, problem solve and deliver exceptional service and quality work then this is a great opportunity to get your foot in the door and learn a trade with a market leader.

If you are a hands on learner with a technical mind, able to pick up new processes and systems quickly and have welding experience t hen you might be the right person we are looking for to join our Hamilton team.

About Us

Waikato's leading supplier and installer of Residential, Commercial and Industrial Garage Doors. We are a family owned company with over 40 years in the garage door industry, we pride ourselves on our innovation and expertise including designing and manufacturing specialty garage doors to suit our clients needs.

We are looking for a manufacturer/factory hand with awesome welding skills and a can do attitude, who is self driven, reliable, professional and courteous.

Never manufactured a door before? …don’t worry we’ll get you there… for the right person we will provide on the job training and all the tools you need. Initially you’ll buddy up with another team member so you can learn the different aspects of the role and we can find your best fit within the team.

Regular drug testing is part of our Company Policy so you will need to pass a pre-employment drug test prior to any offer of employment.

You’ll mostly be working on your own or may require another team member to complete the project and as we can get really busy there are opportunities to earn extra through extended hours (including Saturdays) with potential for increased financial recognition as you improve your skills and customer service levels.

About You

• Keen eye for accuracy and attention to detail
• Mechanically minded/ foward thinker
• Competent with hand and power tools
• Strong work ethic with high energy levelsand good communication
• Physically fit person (able to lift 20kg and stand for long periods)
• Able to work unsupervised and/or in a team environment
• A clean, full driver's license - with ability to drive manual and automatic vehicles(and back a trailer)
• Experience preferred but not essential as full training will be provided
• Have welding experience and/or welding tickets

The Role

• Manufacturing Tilt Doors and Personal Access (PA) Doors in compliance with company standards
• Insulating and Staining Sectional Doors
• Welding parts and brackets
• Maintaining cleanliness in the workshop and keeping parts well stocked and organised
• Filling in job sheets accurately and recording essential job information
• Following instructions and adhering to health and safety procedures
• Driving Company vehicles to pick up parts tools and supplies
• Unloading stock and recieiving deliveries
• Full time Mon-Fri position with occasional Saturday work to meet client demands.

On Offer

• Work in a well established national award winning company with continued growth.
• Ongoing training with opportunities to up skill / develop your knowledge
• Competitive wage rates with uniform, tools and PPE supplied
• Great friendly team

Applications close 18 th August 2026.