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Hiring for Metal Sheet Fabricators / Fabricator Worker to work in Newzealand.

Hiring for Metal Sheet Fabricators / Fabricator Worker to work in Newzealand.

2comsNew Lynn, AUK, nz
10 days ago
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Job Description

Metal Sheet Fabricators work with sheet metal to cut, form, assemble, and finish metal components. This includes fabricating, installing, repairing, or maintaining parts or structures such as ducts, handrails, panels, or custom-metal work. They use tools and machinery like presses, brakes, shears, welding and finishing equipment, often interpreting technical drawings and ensuring products meet quality, safety, and design specifications.

Role Overview

We are seeking skilled Metal Sheet Fabricators to work across light and heavy fabrication projects. The role involves producing metal sheet components, repairing or maintaining metal structures, completing jobs to design specification, and ensuring high standards in safety, accuracy, and finishing. Fabricators may also work with pattern making, machining, fitting, welding, and using CNC or manual tools as required.

Key Responsibilities

  • Read, interpret, and work from technical drawings, blueprints, or CAD designs.
  • Cut, bend, fold, press, shear, roll, form and shape sheet metal as required.
  • Weld, rivet, bolt, or fasten components; join or assemble metal sections or parts.
  • Machine, fit, and finish metal parts : smoothing edges, polishing, grinding, coating, or painting where required.
  • Use CNC machinery or manual sheet metal equipment (brakes, shears, presses, rollers).
  • Inspect finished pieces for quality : dimensions, finish, structural integrity.
  • Maintain and clean tools, machinery and workspace.
  • Follow health, safety, environmental procedures : proper handling of materials (sharp edges, metal dust, welding fumes etc.).

Requirements

Experience

  • Minimum of ~2 year's experience in metal sheet fabrication, pattern making, assembly, or relatedmetal work.
  • Experience in welding, fitting, use of sheet-metal brakes, shears, CNC equipment preferred.

    • Skills & Attributes

  • Strong spatial and mechanical aptitude; comfortable with reading drawings and converting them into finished products.
  • Precision, attention to detail (smooth edges, accurate sizing, consistent finishes).
  • Good physical strength and stamina; ability to handle sheets of metal, work with heavy or sharp materials.
  • Good safety awareness : ability to use protective gear and follow safety protocols.
  • Organised, good time management; able to work independently or in a team.

    • Working Conditions & Other Requirements

  • Often based in industrial workshops or fabrication shops; may also travel to site for installation or repair.
  • Conditions may include noise, metal dust, welding fumes, sharp edges, heat, possibly working outdoors or in variable weather depending on project.
  • May require overtime, shift work depending on demand.
  • Use of safety equipment (gloves, eye protection, ear protection, welding masks etc.) required.

    • Should have english Certification (PTE / IELTS).

    Benefits

    Starting from NZD $24-29.00 per hour, with additional allowances,

    wellbeing fund support, subsidised meals, and performance bonuses as offered by the employer.

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    Fabricator • New Lynn, AUK, nz