Sheetmetal Fabricator

Kinetic Recruitment; Auckland; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Christmas shutdown

Public holiday shutdown

Long-term stability

Job summary

Kinetic Recruitment is assisting a well-established sheetmetal fabrication business on Auckland's North Shore in finding an experienced Sheetmetal Fabricator. This role goes beyond welding, requiring end-to-end fabrication from drawings to finished product.

You will fabricate custom sheetmetal components, read and interpret detailed drawings, ensure accuracy and quality, and work closely with production and clients to meet specifications.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Sheetmetal Tradesperson.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings from start to finish.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Solid understanding of workshop health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate custom sheetmetal components from technical drawings.
• Interpret and work independently from detailed drawings and specifications.
• Prepare materials and apply fabrication principles including cutting, pressing, welding, and general machining.
• Manufacture products to precise dimensions and required specifications.
• Communicate with clients during production to verify drawings and requirements.
• Coordinate with team members to complete jobs efficiently.
• Conduct quality checks including dimensional accuracy, weld integrity, and general quality screening.
• Maintain strict compliance with workshop Health & Safety procedures.
• Attend site measures, dry-fits, and installations (preferred but not essential).

Skills

End-to-end fabrication

Reading drawings

Team communication

Health & safety compliance

Job description

Kinetic Recruitment is partnering with a well-established and respected sheetmetal fabrication business on Auckland's North Shore.

Our client is seeking an experienced Sheetmetal Fabricatorwho is more than just a welder - this role requires strong end-to-end fabrication skills and the ability to confidently read and interpret technical drawings.

This is a long-term, full-time permanent opportunity offering excellent pay and job stability.

About the Role

This is a hands-on fabrication role producing high-quality custom sheetmetal components. You will take jobs from technical drawings right through to finished product, working closely with both the production team and clients to ensure accuracy, quality, and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Fabricate custom sheetmetal components from technical drawings
• Interpret and work independently from detailed drawings and specifications
• Prepare materials and apply fabrication principles including cutting, pressing, welding, and general machining
• Manufacture products to precise dimensions and required specifications
• Communicate with clients during production to verify drawings and requirements
• Coordinate with team members to complete jobs efficiently
• Conduct quality checks including dimensional accuracy, weld integrity, and general quality screening
• Maintain strict compliance with workshop Health & Safety procedures
• Attend site measures, dry-fits, and installations (preferred but not essential)

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience as a Sheetmetal Tradesperson
• Strong fabrication capability - not just welding
• Ability to read and interpret drawings from start to finish
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
• Confident communicator who works well within a team
• Solid understanding of workshop health and safety standards

What's on Offer

• 45-hour work week
• Full-time permanent position
• Christmas shutdown
• Public holiday shutdown
• Stable, long-term role with a reputable North Shore employer