AC Laser Cutting Pty Ltd
Thomastown, Melbourne VIC
Full-Time | Day Shift | $80,000–$85,000 + Superannuation

Metal Fabricator

Join a Growing Australian Sheet Metal Manufacturing Business

AC Laser Cutting is seeking a skilled and experienced Metal Fabricator to join our fabrication team in Thomastown.

The successful applicant will work on precision sheet metal and fabricated components, interpreting engineering drawings and producing high-quality welded and assembled products.

We are looking for a reliable tradesperson who can carry out fabrication and welding tasks safely, accurately and with a high degree of independence.

Working Hours & Remuneration

- Employment: Full-time

- Location: Thomastown, Melbourne VIC

- Day shift: Monday to Friday, 7:00 am–3:00 pm

- Salary: $80,000–$85,000 per annum, excluding superannuation, depending on skills and experience

Key Responsibilities

- Study and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints and specifications to determine job requirements, dimensions and tolerances.

- Select, measure, mark out, cut, clean and prepare metal stock and components for fabrication and assembly.

- Perform MIG and TIG welding on stainless steel, mild steel and aluminium.

- Cut and shape metal sections and profiles using appropriate hand tools, power tools and metal-cutting machinery.

- Shape and bend metal sections and pipes using hand or machine tools and suitable forming methods.

- Align, position and secure parts using measuring instruments,



fixtures and hand tools prior to joining.

- Join components by welding and, where required, bolting or riveting to meet specifications.

- Inspect completed work and welds for dimensional accuracy, weld penetration, bead consistency and finish.

- Finish fabricated products by grinding, filing, polishing and other appropriate surface preparation or cleaning processes.

- Carry out drilling, countersinking and tapping where required by the job.

- Maintain equipment, follow protected operating procedures and keep the workshop clean and organised.

Skills & Experience

To be successful in this role, you will require:

- At least three years of relevant experience as a Metal Fabricator or in a closely related metal fabrication role.

- Demonstrated hands-on competence in MIG and TIG welding of stainless steel, mild steel and aluminium.

- Ability to read technical drawings and perform accurate measurement, marking, fit-up and quality checks.

- Practical knowledge of metal preparation, cutting, forming, joining and finishing processes.

- Commitment to workshop safety, consistent quality and productive teamwork.

What We Offer

- Competitive annual salary of $80,000–$85,000 + superannuation, depending on skills and experience.

- Stable, full-time employment.

- Regular Monday-to-Friday day-shift hours.

- Supportive fabrication team.

- Opportunity to work within a growing Australian sheet metal manufacturing business.

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