Lonsdale, Adelaide SA | 38 hours per week | Full time

Join our friendly team at Adaptive Manufacturing.

Adaptive Manufacturing Pty Ltd is a family-owned South Australian business specialising in vehicle wheelbase extensions, GVM upgrades and installation of automotive accessories.

We are looking for a skilled Welder (First Class) / Workshop Technician to join our team in Lonsdale. This is a hands-on and varied position, with the primary responsibility being the high-quality welding and completion of chassis extensions on light commercial vehicles. The position would particularly suit someone who enjoys practical, technical work and takes pride in achieving a high standard.

About the Role

The primary task of this position is performing chassis extensions on light commercial vehicles, including preparation, accurate measuring, fabrication, fitting and welding.

The role will also involve:

- Performing high-quality welding of vehicle chassis extensions

- Measuring, preparing and fitting chassis components with a high level of accuracy

- Accessory fitment and adaptation

- Installation of suspension upgrades, fuel tanks and other vehicle accessories

- Assisting with mechanical, engineering and general workshop tasks

- Initial manufacture, installation and development of new products

- Assisting with testing, problem solving and improvements to new products and processes

- General workshop maintenance and keeping the workshop clean and organised

- Quality checking completed work and ensuring all work meets required specifications

- Working as part of a team and assisting with general workshop duties as required

About You

We require a skilled welder who is capable of producing high-quality work and takes pride in their workmanship.

Welding skills and a welding certificate are essential.

The ideal candidate will also have:

- Fitting, mechanical, engineering or automotive experience – an advantage but not essential

- Strong attention to detail





- Good measuring and precision skills

- Good organisational skills

- Practical problem-solving ability

- Initiative and the ability to work independently when required

- A willingness to learn and develop new skills

- A strong work ethic and commitment to producing quality work

- The ability to work effectively as part of a small team

- Forklift License an advantage but not essential

As a welder (first class)/workshop technician, you will need a general level of engineering and mechanical aptitude, with the ability to work accurately and adapt to a diverse range of tasks.

Training & Development

You don't need previous experience with our specific wheelbase extension products or processes. Full initial and ongoing on-the-job training will be provided for wheelbase extensions, accessory fitting, procedures, technical requirements and other tasks associated with the role. We are looking for someone who can combine their existing welding skills with initiative, attention to detail and a willingness to learn.

What We Offer

- Small, friendly and supportive team

- Family-owned South Australian business

- Full initial and ongoing training

- Interesting and varied hands-on work

- Opportunity to develop skills across welding, fabrication, mechanical fitting and automotive applications

- Opportunity to be involved in the development and installation of new products

- Local position in Lonsdale, Adelaide

- $80,000 to $100,000 (depending on skills & experience)

The Right Person

This is an interesting and exciting work environment, particularly for someone who genuinely enjoys practical work and takes pride in achieving a high-quality result. We are looking for someone who is energetic, reliable and has high personal standards and a strong work ethic. If you have these qualities and can see yourself becoming a valuable part of our small team, we would love to hear from you.

To apply, please send through your resume and a brief introduction about yourself.

📌 Workshop Technician / Welder (Adelaide)
🏢 Adaptive Manufacturing
📍 Adelaide