About the role

Walkinshaw Group is a leader in performance engineering, advanced manufacturing, and product development across automotive, motorsport, and emerging mobility sectors. With a proud history of innovation and quality, we deliver world-class engineering solutions for global OEMs and performance brands. Our Dandenong South facility is home to state-of-the-art engineering capability, a highly skilled team, and a culture that values creativity, collaboration, and technical excellence.

We are seeking a talented and experienced Senior Workshop Technician (Fabricator) to join our growing Engineering Workshop team. You will represent your parts at integration meetings with both internal and external stakeholders and resolve issues as they arise. You will play a key role in the hands-on fabrication, modification, assembly and preparation of prototype, pre-production and specialist vehicle components.

This is an opportunity to be part of a agile engineering environment where your expertise will directly influence the performance, safety, and quality of the vehicles we build.

What you'll be doing:

Fabricating steel and aluminium prototype parts, brackets, fixtures, panels and assemblies to a high standard of accuracy and finish

Performing MIG and TIG welding on aluminium and steel, applying appropriate preparation, weld quality and finishing practices

Operating workshop equipment including manual lathe, mill, brake press/folding machine, grinders, cutting equipment and general fabrication tools

Disassembling, modifying and reassembling vehicles, vehicle systems and components while maintaining build quality and functional integrity

Interpreting CAD drawings, engineering sketches, work instructions and physical vehicle measurements to develop practical fabrication solutions

Working closely with engineers,



technical staff and project teams to resolve build issues, provide practical feedback and support continuous design improvement

Planning and completing assigned tasks independently while contributing effectively within a workshop and engineering team environment

Supplying, using and maintaining personal trade tools required for mechanical and fabrication work; company-provided major fabrication and welding equipment is to be used appropriately and safely

Maintaining accurate work records, communicating progress and discussing issues promptly, and supporting orderly workshop practices.

Actively maintaining a safe work environment for self, colleagues and visitors by following company procedures, using appropriate PPE and identifying hazards

What we're looking for:

You’ll be successful in this role if you bring:

Trade qualification, apprenticeship, certificate or equivalent demonstrated experience in fabrication, welding, automotive, vehicle body building, mechanical or related technical discipline

5+ years relevant experience in vehicle, component or prototype manufacturing, with demonstrated ability in fabrication, welding, vehicle assembly and practical problem solving in a workshop environment

High attention to detail with a strong safety mindset

Adaptability and practical initiative

Well developed communication skills and a team-minded approach

Pride in workmanship and commitment to quality

What we offer

Work on cutting-edge automotive and engineering programs

Be part of a respected Australian engineering organisation with a rich motorsport and performance heritage

Competitive salary and career development pathways

Access to industry-leading workshops, test facilities, and technical capability

A supportive team culture that values innovation and craftsmanship

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📌 Senior Workshop Technician (Fabricator) (Dandenong)
🏢 Walkinshaw Group
📍 Dandenong