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Porta has been supplying timber and panel products for residential and commercial construction for over 100 years.
With deep industry expertise, we understand the critical relationship between timber and panel materials in every project — which is why we're committed to offering a comprehensive, curated product range from a single, trusted supplier.
We support the home improvement, building, trade, and commercial sectors, delivering quality, consistency, and innovation at every step. We're passionate about progress and sustainability; and proudly Australian. Our focus is on providing solutions that meet current demands and anticipate future trends — enabling our customers to build into the future with confidence.
That's how Porta is built for the future.
About the role
We are a seeking trade qualified Boilermaker / Fabricator, preferably with industrial experience to join our team.
Based in Mount Gambier, South Australia, this is a full-time permanent position, offering job security and long-term career opportunities.
Providing support to our maintenance department, you will be responsible for project work, preventative, scheduled & unscheduled breakdown maintenance, fault finding and trouble shooting.
Options of work rosters are, working a day shift 8.5-hour day (Monday to Friday 9 day fortnight) or a roster of a 12-hour rotating 4 shift (2 days/2nights/4 off) roster.
Working roster options and preferences can be discussed at time of interview
Responsibilities include
Working autonomously and within a team environment
Participate in routine maintenance functions for the manufacturing facility
Monitor equipment to identify possible breakdowns and repair as required
Ability to complete, read and interpret drawings and specifications for projects as required
Coordinate any required resources to complete projects within agreed timeframes
Accuracy and quality of finished work
Maintaining housekeeping standards, tools and equipment
Maintaining and improving existing systems
Contributing to the continuous improvement to safety standards and systems
Flexibility to take on a broad role to support the team and needs of the plant
Training and mentoring apprentices
Ensure all work performed is in line with business policy and procedures
What we can offer
Competitive remuneration, terms and conditions of employment with overtime opportunities
Healthy work / home life balance
5 weeks annual leave for employees on a rotating day/night shift
Investment in high end production technology for the future through major new plant building project
Discounted health insurance through corporate agreement with Bupa
Career development opportunities through internal training and promotion
About you
To be considered for this position you will have:
An appropriate Engineering trade qualification - Certificate III (or higher)
Competency in all aspects of the trade including MIG, TIG, Oxy Fuel and Arc welding.
A minimum of two years' experience in fabrication / welding
Excellent attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and quality of finished work
Experience working in a busy, hands on environment
Able to perform related fabrication tasks including assemble and installation of plant and equipment
Enthusiasm and the ability to multi-task
Great communication skills with the ability to deal with people at all levels
The ability to work unsupervised or as part of a team
Strong focus on safety
Self-motivated and be willing to put in the effort required to complete jobs in a timely manner
Attention to detail and highest quality workmanship are paramount.
Though skills are important, ultimately to be the right fit for our business, it is essential that the successful applicant has the right attitude. Our team of experienced industrial sector tradespeople are the ideal mentors to support the development of the right candidate.
As part of the selection process, applicants must be prepared to undergo a pre-employment medical examination which includes functional, audiometric and drug and alcohol testing.
Porta is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Your application will include the following questions:Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? How many years' experience do you have as a Boilermaker and Fabricator? Are you willing to undergo a pre-employment medical check? Do you have professional welding experience? Do you have fabrication experience? Have you worked in a role which requires a sound understanding of OH&S/WHS? What's your expected annual base salary?
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