Job Description

Burnie Plumbing Supplies is a plumbing showroom and workshop located at Burnie in Tasmania. They are seeking an experienced Welder (First Class) to join their team. The Role n

The Welder (First Class) is responsible for fabricating, assembling, and repairing metal components and structures using a range of welding and fabrication techniques. This is a full-time position with an annual salary of $80,000 to $85,000 plus superannuation. The role is based in Burnie in Tasmania.

The Responsibilities n

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- Select and prepare appropriate welding equipment, consumables, and materials for welding operations.
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- Read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, welding procedures, and specifications to determine welding requirements.
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- Set up and operate MIG welding equipment to weld, join, and repair metal components and structures.
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- Position and secure workpieces to ensure accurate alignment and welding in accordance with specifications.
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- Perform welding operations on various metal components while maintaining required quality and safety standards.
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- Inspect completed welds to ensure compliance with specified dimensions, quality requirements, and welding standards.
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- Repair defective welds and damaged metal components through grinding, gouging, and rewelding processes.
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- Perform weld finishing activities, including grinding and dressing welds to achieve the required finish and appearance.
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- Use measuring and testing instruments to verify weld quality, accuracy, and compliance with specifications.
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- Carry out welding repairs and maintenance on metal structures, machinery, equipment, and related components.
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- Clean and prepare metal surfaces before and after welding to ensure quality.
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- Conduct routine maintenance and basic troubleshooting of welding equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.
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- Follow workplace health and safety procedures, welding safety requirements, and relevant industry regulations at all times.
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- Work collaboratively with supervisors, engineers, inspectors, and other trades personnel to complete welding tasks efficiently.
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- Maintain accurate records of welding activities, inspections, repairs, materials used, and work completed.
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The Requirements nn
- Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade or equivalent qualification
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- Minimum 2 years' experience as a Welder (First Class) or within metal fabrication environments
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- At least 2 years' experience performing MIG, TIG, and arc welding across structural steel and fabricated metal components
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- At least 2 years' experience with the three main types of welding:
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- Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW)
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- Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)
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- Flux-cored Arc Welding (FCAW)
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- Minimum 2 years' experience interpreting engineering drawings, fabrication plans, and technical specifications
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- At least 2 years' experience operating fabrication machinery, welding equipment, and metalworking tools
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- At least 2 years' experience assembling, repairing, and finishing fabricated metal products to engineering standards
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- Strong knowledge of welding procedures, fabrication methods, and metal finishing techniques
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- Ability to identify welding defects, dimensional inconsistencies, and fabrication issues accurately
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- Strong understanding of workplace safety procedures, fabrication compliance standards, and workshop operations
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- Positive communication skills and ability to work effectively within fabrication and engineering teams
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- High attention to detail and commitment to precision workmanship
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📌 Welder (First Class) (Burnie)
🏢 Labour Support Group
📍 Burnie