Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

Job Description

Location: Salisbury, QLD, 4107 Full-Time: Immediate start Job Title: Metal Fabricator Salary range: $79,500 - $86,600

- depending on skills level and work experience + superannuation.

Job Closure date: 30 days About the Role On behalf of our client

- a leading structural steel fabricator specialising in commercial, industrial, and infrastructure projects
- we are seeking an experienced Metal Fabricator.

The company operates a state-of-the-art facility with advanced CNC, plasma cutting, and automated welding equipment, delivering precision-engineered steelwork for high-profile builds. This role is critical to maintaining their reputation for quality, safety, and on-time delivery. Key Duties & Responsibilities Preparation & Planning

- Interpret complex blueprints, shop drawings, and specifications to determine material requirements, weld symbols, and assembly sequences.
- Conduct material take-offs and plan efficient cutting layouts to minimise waste, liaising with detailers and project managers.

Cutting & Shaping

- Operate CNC plasma cutters, oxy-fuel torches, and band saws to cut structural steel sections (beams, columns, channels) to precise dimensions.
- Shape and bend metal sections and pipes using hydraulic presses, rollers, and manual methods (heating, hammering) to achieve required profiles.

Assembly & Joining

- Align and tack components using clamps, jigs, and measuring instruments (levels, squares, tape measures) to ensure dimensional accuracy.




- Join steel sections via flux-cored arc welding (FCAW), MIG, or stick welding, as well as bolting and riveting for field connections.

Finishing & Quality Control

- Inspect welds for bead width, penetration, and uniformity; perform non-destructive testing (visual, dye penetrant) as required.
- Grind, file, and polish welds and surfaces to specified finish; apply protective coatings or acid washes to prevent corrosion.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

- Certificate III in Engineering
- Fabrication Trade or equivalent qualification
- Minimum 2 years' post-apprenticeship experience in metal fabrication and welding within an industrial environment
- Proficiency in reading engineering drawings and using manual/machine tools.
- Strong welding skills (FCAW/MIG) and knowledge of Australian welding standards.
- Commitment to workplace safety and quality assurance.

Essential Skills & Attributes

- Exceptional attention to detail with commitment to producing high-quality craftsmanship
- Robust problem-solving skills with ability to troubleshoot fabrication and welding challenges
- Physical capability to handle heavy materials and work in demanding industrial environments
- Excellent teamwork and communication skills with ability to collaborate effectively with tradespeople and engineers
- Reliability and strong work ethic with commitment to meeting project deadlines and quality standards
- Adaptability to work across diverse projects and willingness to continuously develop technical skills

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