Welding Specialist: NZ Regional Projects, Permanent

Franklin Smith Limited; Bay of Plenty; On-site; NZD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Franklin Smith is seeking multiple experienced Welders for Tauranga and other NZ locations. You will undertake welding and fabrication work on construction material, pipe and structural steel, with a requirement of at least three years of full-time experience. We offer opportunities across NZ with travel to different regions.

Relocation expenses such as transport and accommodation are covered. The role is permanent, minimum 30 hours per week, hourly pay NZD 30–35, Monday to Friday with weekend

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of full-time welding experience.
• Ability to read and follow technical drawings and specifications.
• Willingness to travel to NZ regions as required.

Responsibilities

• Cut marked-out metal sections using hand tools, flame cutting torches and metal cutting machines.
• Shaping and bending metal sections and pipes using hand and machine tools, and by heating and hammering.
• Aligning parts to be joined using hand tools and measuring instruments.
• Examining welds for width of bead, penetration and precision.
• Finishing products by cleaning, polishing, filing and bathing in acidic solutions.
• Cleaning and smoothing welds by filing, chiseling and grinding
• Ensure all activities are conducted safely and in compliance with Franklin Smith policies and relevant legislation.
• Other duties as reasonably required within the capability of the employee’s role may also be required from time to time.
• The key responsibilities outlined in this job description are not exhaustive and may be amended from time to time to reflect the evolving needs of the business.
• Able to pass a police check and drug test

Skills

Cutting

Shaping

Bending

Alignment

Weld inspection

Finishing

Weld cleaning

Safety compliance

Flexibility

Job description

Franklin Smith is seeking multiple experienced Welders for Tauranga and other NZ locations. You will undertake welding and fabrication work on construction material, pipe and structural steel, with a requirement of at least three years of full-time experience. We offer opportunities across NZ with travel to different regions.

Relocation expenses such as transport and accommodation are covered. The role is permanent, minimum 30 hours per week, hourly pay NZD 30–35, Monday to Friday with weekend