05th November, 2026

Position: Contract MIG Welder
Location: Perth Metro
Start: Immediate
Hours: Monday to Friday, 10 hours per day. Saturday, 6:00am to 1:00pm. No Sundays or public holidays.
Pay Rate: $50.00 per hour flat rate

Job Description
Seeking an experienced MIG Welder for a contract chance within a heavy fabrication workshop supporting the mining and resources sector.
The role will involve production welding on mining vehicles and heavy equipment, with a strong focus on laying substantial amounts of weld wire while maintaining consistent weld quality.
The successful candidate must be a capable, hands-on welder who can work independently and contribute to workshop production with minimal supervision.

Key Responsibilities:
MIG welding using both solid wire and flux-core processes
Welding mild carbon steel up to 20mm thickness
Completing heavy plate welding on mining vehicles and equipment
Carrying out production welding involving substantial weld runs
Reading and interpreting workshop drawings




Assisting with general fabrication and workshop duties
Maintaining secure work practices and consistent welding standards

Skills and Experience:
Demonstrated MIG welding experience using both solid wire and flux-core
Experience welding mining vehicles, heavy plate or similar heavy fabrication work
Confident welding mild carbon steel up to 20mm thickness
Robust fabrication skills and ability to read workshop drawings
Good understanding of weld quality and production requirements
Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
2nd Class Welder qualification acceptable, provided the required practical experience is demonstrated

Additional Information:
$50.00 per hour flat rate
Monday to Friday, 10-hour shifts
Saturday work from 6:00am to 1:00pm as needed
Immediate start available
Visual weld test required prior to commencement

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