Welder

Shield Roofing & Construction Limited; Auckland; On-site; NZD 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Shield Roofing & Construction Limited is seeking two reliable Welders to join our Auckland-based team. This permanent, full-time role offers a minimum of 30 hours per week, with competitive pay depending on experience.

You will read blueprints, select welding methods, set up components, weld in multiple positions, inspect finished work, and ensure safety standards on site. NZ residence or valid work visa required.

Qualifications

• Must have 2 years of relevant experience or a level 4 or higher qualification.
• Team player and able to follow instructions.
• Physically fit and willing to work hard.
• Good eye for detail and practical problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints and drawings and take or read measurements to plan layout and procedures.
• Determine the appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements.
• Set up components for welding according to specifications (e.g. cut material with powered saws to match measurements).
• Operate angle grinders to prepare the parts that must be welded.
• Align components using callipers, rulers etc. and clamp pieces.
• Weld components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions (vertical, horizontal or overhead).
• Repair machinery and other components by welding pieces and filling gaps.
• Test and inspect welded surfaces and structure to discover flaws.
• Maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety.

Skills

Team player

Physically fit

Attention to detail

Can-do attitude

Education

Level 4 qualification

Job description

Welder

Shield Roofing & Construction Limited is looking for 2X reliable Welders to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity to work for an experienced and well-established Auckland based business.

Our type of employment: Permanent

Our location of work: Auckland Region

Employment type: full time (minimum 30hours per week, Monday to Friday)

Tasks and responsibilities:

• Read blueprints and drawings and take or read measurements to plan layout and procedures


• Determine the appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements


• Set up components for welding according to specifications (e.g. cut material with powered saws to match measurements)


• Operate angle grinders to prepare the parts that must be welded


• Align components using callipers, rulers etc. and clamp pieces


• Weld components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions (vertical, horizontal or overhead)


• Repair machinery and other components by welding pieces and filling gaps


• Test and inspect welded surfaces and structure to discover flaws


• Maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety

Successful candidates will need to be/have:

• at least 2 year’s relevant work experience in the same field/industry, OR have a level 4 or above relevant qualification.


• a great team player, be able to follow instructions


• physically fit and willingness to work hard


• good eye for details and an ability to solve problems practically and effectively


• \"can-do\" attitude

We offer a rate of $28-33 per hour depending on your skills and experiences.

Applicants for this position should have NZ residence or a valid NZ work visa.