Welder fabricator - Christchurch

The plant includes CNC laser cutting, CNC turret punching and CNC press brakes, along with a range of good quality welding plant including pulse MIG.

We also operate modern business systems, with up-to-date CAD / CAM software. The position involves a wide variety of work, with light sheet through to plate, plus tube etc in mild steel, stainless steel and aluminium. Work ranges from one-off jobbing with minimal information, to production work with fully detailed drawings.

Occasional site work for installation or site fabrication will also be required. All candidates MUST:

• Be a NZ resident or have a valid NZ work visa.
• Be trade qualified with proven experience and work-related references.
• Have experience fabricating in at least two of the following: mild steel, stainless steel and aluminium, using both MIG and TIG welders on lighter gauge material (1 – 3 mm)
• Able to read and interpret engineering drawings and weld details.
• Be well organised with good attention to detail.
• Be able to work on site as a representative of the company.
• Be reliable, punctual, tidy, working well with others and contributing to a positive workplace culture.
• Be able to pass a drug test and have a clean criminal record.
• Be aware of, and comply with Health & Safety requirements and compliance.
• Have a current Class 1 driver’s licence and forklift driving experience.
• Be physically fit and healthy

The ideal candidate will also:

• Hold or have history of holding welding certificates in various positions.
• Have stainless steel finishing experience to a high level.
• Be able to use the full range of fabrication equipment with experience using sheet metal cutting & forming equipment such as press brakes, guillotines and rollers.
• Have a Forklift “F” endorsement.
• Willingness and capability to mentor other staff and potentially an apprentice in the future.

Benefits:

• Competitive remuneration package with applicable allowances based on experience.
• Opportunity for ongoing training with other experienced staff.
• Work for an evolving business with a wide variation in work and products.

Factory hours are from 6:00am to 2:30pm, Monday to Friday, with opportunity for overtime to meet varying workload. If you are self-motivated, and committed to providing great quality and workmanship, working in an growing, well recognised company then please send your CV along with a cover letter to ***********@fielden.co.nz