The Client
Geelong Standard Trailers is a trailer manufacturer in North Geelong that builds a variety of trailers, including box trailers, tandem trailers, car trailers, tipper trailers, and custom-built trailers.
They seek an experienced Welder to join their team.
The Role
It is for a full-time role with an annual salary at $75,000, depending on experience plus superannuation.
The Responsibilities
* Review and interpret engineering drawings, and specifications to determine the exact dimensions, materials, and fabrication methods required for each project.
* Identify and select the appropriate metal materials, ensuring compliance with project specifications and industry standards.
* Prepare metal surfaces by cleaning, grinding, and removing rust or impurities to ensure optimal adhesion and quality in fabrication and welding.
* Utilize hand tools, flame cutting torches, and precision metal cutting machinery to shape and cut metal sections to required dimensions with high accuracy.
* Precisely align, fit, and secure metal parts before welding or bolting, ensuring accurate assembly as per the design and project requirements.
* Employ a variety of welding techniques (e.g., MIG and arc welding) to join metal sections, ensuring strong, durable welds that meet structural and safety standards.
* Inspect welds and metal fabrications for quality, ensuring compliance with safety and industry standards, and that the work is free of defects such as cracks or misalignments.
* Polish, clean, and file fabricated metal structures, removing rough edges and ensuring that surfaces are smooth and meet project aesthetic or technical requirements.
* Perform maintenance, repairs, and modifications on existing metal structures as required by project demands.
* Adhere to workplace safety regulations, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and safe operation of tools and machinery
The Requirements
* At least Certificate III in Fabrication/Welding or equivalent
* At least 2 years of professional experience in a commercial setting
* At least 2 years MIG welding on site experience
* At least 2 years' experience with the three main types of welding:
o Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW)
o Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)
o Flux-cored Arc Welding (FCAW)
* Strong knowledge of all types of welding processes
* Ability to efficiently read and interpret drawings
* Sound knowledge and ability to competently use hand, air and power tools
* Possess a can-do attitude and excellent time management
* Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
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