HELLO AUSSIE STUDENT SERVICES An established construction and manufacturing operation based in Melbourne's south-eastern suburbs is seeking a skilled and reliable Welder (First Class) to undertake specialised welding activities associated with structural steel fabrication and prefabricated and modular building construction. The business undertakes in-house steel fabrication as part of its broader manufacturing and construction operations.

Its fabrication activities involve structural steel frames, fabricated steel assemblies, custom staircases, access walkways, supports, brackets and other metal components used in modular buildings and related construction projects. The successful applicant will work in a workshop-based manufacturing environment, carrying out welding and associated preparation, fit-up, inspection and finishing activities in accordance with approved fabrication drawings, technical specifications and applicable workplace safety requirements. This is a hands-on trade position requiring competent welding skills, accurate workmanship and the ability to contribute to the consistent production of fabricated steel components. The position is full time and ongoing, with the primary workplace located in Seaford, South-East Melbourne, Victoria.

Attendance at project or installation sites elsewhere in Victoria may occasionally be required where relevant to the welding duties and operational requirements of the position. Benefits Position Type: Full-Time, Ongoing Ordinary Working Hours: 38 hours per week Annual Base Salary: AUD $98,000, excluding superannuation Superannuation: 12% employer contribution in accordance with applicable legislation Primary Location: Seaford, South-East Melbourne, Victoria Employment Entitlements: Annual leave, personal/carer's leave, public holidays and other applicable entitlements in accordance with the National Employment Standards, relevant industrial instruments and Australian workplace legislation. Any applicable overtime, penalty rates,



allowances and additional entitlements will be administered in accordance with the relevant industrial instrument and employment agreement. The successful applicant will work within an established steel fabrication and modular construction environment, undertaking varied welding activities associated with the manufacture of structural and custom steel components. Task & responsibilities The successful applicant will be expected to perform the following duties: Welding and Structural Steel Assembly - Perform welding of structural steel sections, frames, supports, brackets, stair components, access walkways and other fabricated metal assemblies used in modular and conventional construction projects. - Carry out welding operations using MIG/MAG (GMAW) and other welding processes where required by approved procedures and within the employee's demonstrated competence. - Prepare and position metal components for welding by measuring, marking, cleaning, aligning and securing materials using suitable tools, clamps, fixtures and jigs. - Undertake tack welding and verify the fit-up, alignment and dimensions of components before completing welds. - Produce consistent welded joints in accordance with fabrication drawings, welding specifications, applicable procedures and required quality standards. - Complete welding tasks involving a range of steel sections, plates and fabricated components appropriate to the assigned project requirements. - Undertake welding repairs and corrective work on fabricated components where necessary and authorised. Technical Drawings and Work Preparation - Read and interpret engineering drawings, structural steel fabrication drawings, technical sketches,



welding symbols and relevant work instructions. - Identify joint configurations, welding sequences, material preparation requirements and suitable welding equipment for assigned tasks. - Confirm material dimensions, joint fit-up and component positioning against drawings before welding. - Select and prepare suitable welding consumables, tools and equipment in accordance with applicable work instructions. - Set up and adjust welding equipment, including relevant welding parameters, to suit approved procedures, materials and joint requirements. - Coordinate with fabrication personnel to ensure components are correctly prepared and available for welding. Quality Control and Finishing - Visually inspect welded joints for workmanship, alignment, dimensional accuracy and visible defects. - Identify welding imperfections and undertake appropriate corrective action or report defects requiring further technical assessment. - Carry out grinding, cleaning, dressing and finishing of welded joints where required. - Check completed welded assemblies against relevant drawings and specified fabrication requirements. - Maintain consistent welding quality and follow applicable inspection, documentation and production procedures. - Assist with preparing completed components for subsequent manufacturing, coating, assembly or installation stages. Workshop Operations and Safety - Safely operate welding equipment and associated hand and power tools required for welding and metal preparation. - Follow workplace health and safety procedures relevant to welding, hot work, fire prevention, electrical safety, ventilation and manual handling. - Use appropriate personal protective equipment and comply with site-specific safety requirements. - Maintain welding equipment, consumables, tools and work areas in a safe and serviceable condition. - Identify and report equipment defects, unsafe conditions and welding-related h... Read more: https:///job/details?id=6576031

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