Number of vacancies : 3
Employment type : full-time, permanent
Hours per week : at least 36 hours per week
Hourly rate : $28-$34
Job description :
- Read blueprints and drawings and take or read measurements to plan layout and procedures.
- Determine the appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements.
- Set up components for welding according to specification (e.g. cut material with powered saws to match measurements).
- Operate angle grinders to prepare the parts that must be welded.
- Align components using calipers, rulers etc, and clamp pieces.
- Weld components using manual or semi-automatic welding
- equipment in various position (vertical, horizontal or overhead). - Repair machinery and other components by welding pieces and filling gaps.
- Test and inspect welded surfaces and structure to discover flaws.
- Maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety.
Job pre-requisites :
A qualification equivalent to NZQF Level 4 in a relevant field.At least two years of relevant work experience may substitute for the qualification listed above.Eyes for details and a hard-working attitude;Being physically fit;The successful candidate must not have any criminal convictions.