Welder / Fabricator – Steel Manufacturing
Bird Dog Fabrications is an Australian steel manufacturing business based in Carrum Downs, specialising in the manufacture of steel screw piles and associated components for the construction industry.
We manufacture products used across residential, commercial and civil construction projects throughout Victoria.
Due to continued growth, we are looking for an experienced Welder / Fabricator to join our manufacturing team.
This is a full-time, factory-based role, Monday to Friday, afternoon shift, offering reliable and ongoing employment in a well-equipped manufacturing facility.
The Role
Your primary role will be welding and fabrication; however, as part of our manufacturing team, you may also be involved in operating and assisting with other machinery and production processes within the factory.
Your responsibilities may include:
MIG welding steel screw piles and associated components
Welding helices and fabricated steel components
Preparing, positioning and fitting components for welding
Reading and working from drawings, measurements and production specifications
Checking completed work for quality and accuracy
Operating or assisting with
CNC laser cutting equipment
Operating
hydraulic presses and forming equipment
Operating
saws, grinders, drills and other workshop machinery
Material handling and movement of steel products
General fabrication and manufacturing duties
Working efficiently to meet production requirements
Carrying out basic equipment checks and housekeeping
Maintaining a clean, organised and safe work area
Following company quality, safety and environmental procedures
Training can be provided on specific machinery and manufacturing processes where required.
What We're Looking For
We are looking for someone who:
Has previous MIG welding and/or steel fabrication experience
Can produce consistent, high-quality welds
Is comfortable working with structural and heavy steel components
Has experience with,



or is willing to learn, other manufacturing machinery
Can accurately measure and follow drawings and instructions
Takes pride in their workmanship
Is reliable and punctual with a good work ethic
Is willing to help across different areas of production when required
Can work independently as well as part of a team
Has a solid focus on workplace safety
Is looking for stable, long-term employment
Experience in steel manufacturing, structural steel, CNC machinery, hydraulic presses or other production equipment would be highly regarded but is not essential.
About Bird Dog Fabrications
Our Carrum Downs manufacturing facility produces steel screw piles and associated steel products for the construction industry.
Our manufacturing process incorporates CNC laser cutting, forming and pressing, welding, fabrication and other specialised manufacturing equipment, allowing us to control the manufacturing process from raw steel through to the finished product.
Bird Dog Fabrications operates certified management systems to:
ISO **** – Quality Management
ISO ***** – Occupational Health & Safety Management
ISO ***** – Environmental Management
These systems form an important part of the way we operate, with a strong focus on quality, workplace safety, continuous improvement and responsible manufacturing.
We continue to invest in new machinery, automation and material-handling equipment to improve our manufacturing processes and make our factory safer and more efficient.
What We Offer
Full-time, permanent position
Monday to Friday
Stable, ongoing factory-based work
Carrum Downs location
Modern manufacturing machinery and equipment
Opportunity to learn and operate different manufacturing equipment
Variety beyond standard welding and fabrication work
Well-organised and safety-focused workplace
ISO-certified quality, safety and environmental management systems
Competitive pay based on experience and ability
Opportunity to become part of a growing Australian manufacturing business
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📌 Welder / Fabricator – Steel Manufacturing (Melbourne)
🏢 Bird Dog Fabrication
📍 Melbourne