Supervise a close-knit team
of fabricators and welders, providing clear daily instructions and support.
Manage workflow schedules
assist in the guarantee that client deliverables are met on time.
Maintain quality control
by rigorously checking completed components before they progress to subsequent departments or site installation.
Train and mentor
junior workers, apprentices, and new hires on trade skills and machinery operation.
Enforce safety standards
across the shop, ensuring all machinery is operated safely and PPE protocol is maintained. [1, 2, 3, 4]
Fabrication & Welding
Manufacture and assemble
components using a variety of metals, including structural steel, aluminium, and stainless steel.
Perform high-level MIG and TIG welding
across varying positions and material thicknesses, achieving clean, structural-grade finishes.
Interpret technical drawings
, structural blueprints, and welding symbols accurately to plan precise material layouts and cuts.
Operate fabrication machinery
safely and efficiently, including brake presses, guillotines, bandsaws, section rollers, and drills. [1, 2]
Coordinate on-site installations
of finished fabrications safely and precisely.
Adapt to varying site conditions
, using hand and power tools to securely mount, bolt, or field-weld elements.
Liaise professionally with clients




and site managers to execute
Key Requirements & Qualifications
Trade Qualification:
Cert III in Engineering (Fabrication Trade / Boilermaking / Sheet Metal) or equivalent trade background.
Leadership Experience:
Minimum 1 year of consistent experience working in a manufacturing or fabrication Leading Hand capacity.
Welding Mastery:
High proficiency in both MIG and TIG welding across structural steel, stainless steel, and aluminium.
Technical Literacy:
Advanced capability to read and work directly from complex technical drawings and plans.
Machinery Skills:
Proven experience operating heavy workshop machinery (brake presses, guillotines, etc.).
Aptitude:
Strong mathematical and mechanical aptitude with excellent multi-tasking skills.
Communication:
Excellent interpersonal skills to effectively motivate a team and maintain client satisfaction.
What We Offer
Competitive remuneration
aligned with your leadership tier and experience.
Career growth paths
within a expanding, highly regarded local trade business.
Diverse, engaging projects
ranging from luxury residential metalwork to custom automotive fit-outs.
A supportive work culture
built on down-to-earth teamwork and qualified workmanship
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📌 Metal Fabricator / Sheet Metal Work/ Leading Hand (Queensland)
🏢 JDW Custom Fabrication
📍 Queensland