Calbah Industries is a leading Australian steel fabrication and engineering company with over 35 years of experience delivering complex structural, mechanical, mining, transport, tunnelling, and infrastructure projects nationwide. With four fabrication facilities, advanced manufacturing technology, robotic welding systems, and AS/NZS **** CC3 certification, we continue to grow and are seeking an experienced
Welding Inspector / Welding Supervisor / QA Engineer
to join our team.
About the Role
This is a hands-on position responsible for welding quality, inspection, compliance, traceability, and quality assurance activities across a wide range of fabricated steel projects.
You will work closely with Production, Project Managers, Engineering and QA teams to ensure all fabrication activities comply with project specifications, Australian Standards and client requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Welding Inspection & Quality Control
Conduct visual welding inspections and dimensional checks.
Verify compliance with WPS, WPQR and project specifications.
Review weld maps, NDT reports and inspection records.
Ensure compliance with AS/NZS ****, AS/NZS **** and ISO **** requirements.
Monitor welding activities on the workshop floor and provide technical guidance.
QA & Documentation
Prepare and review ITPs, MDRs, quality plans and inspection reports.
Maintain material traceability, heat number records and compliance documentation.
Manage hold points and witness points with clients and third-party inspectors.
Coordinate NDT activities and review results.




Assist with internal and external quality audits.
Production Support
Liaise with production supervisors, welders and project managers.
Identify and resolve quality issues before fabrication progresses.
Support continuous improvement initiatives and non-conformance investigations.
Ensure welding consumables and equipment are managed in accordance with procedures.
Client & Compliance Management
Attend client inspections and audits.
Interface with certification bodies and third-party inspectors.
Ensure all deliverables meet contractual and Australian Standard requirements.
Assist in achieving project quality objectives and delivery milestones.
Minimum 5 years' experience in structural steel fabrication, welding inspection or QA.
Sound knowledge of:
AS/NZS **** Welding Standards
AS/NZS **** Structural Steelwork
ISO **** Welding Quality Requirements
ISO **** Quality Management Systems
VicRoads *******
Ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings and welding documentation.
Experience preparing MDRs, ITPs and quality records.
Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
Exposure to VicRoads, Rail, Infrastructure or Mining projects
Preferred Qualifications
Welding Engineer/ Welding Inspector / Welding Supervisor certification (s)
What We Offer
Competitive salary package.
Long-term career prospect with a growing Australian business.
Exposure to major infrastructure and industrial projects.
Modern fabrication facilities and advanced manufacturing technology.
Opportunity to grow.
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📌 Welding Engineer/ Welding Inspector / Welding Supervisor / Qa Engineer (Melbourne)
🏢 Calbah Industries
📍 Melbourne