Welder/Fabricator

Virtue Recruitment ·www.virtuerecruitment.com.au

Location Perth, WA, AU
Type Full time
Level Mid
Source Shazamme
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Welder / Fabricator – TIG Aluminium & Stainless Steel


About the Role

An excellent opportunity exists for an experienced Welder / Fabricator to join a busy and growing workshop specialising in the repair, maintenance and fabrication of fuel tankers, chemical tankers and associated pipework.

This workshop-based position offers long-term stability, ongoing overtime opportunities and the chance to work on specialised equipment within a well-established and expanding business.


Key Responsibilities
  • TIG welding aluminium and stainless steel
  • Repairing and maintaining fuel tankers
  • Repairing and maintaining stainless steel chemical tankers
  • Fabricating and repairing associated pipework
  • Performing crack repairs and leak repairs on tanks
  • Working on self-bunded fuel tank projects
  • Pump fit-out fabrication and pipework installation
  • Completing work to hydrotesting and leak-testing standards
  • General fabrication and workshop duties


Skills & Experience

To be successful in this role, you will have:

  • Proven TIG welding experience with aluminium and stainless steel
  • Strong fabrication and workshop experience
  • Experience with pipework fabrication
  • Repair and maintenance experience
  • Ability to read and interpret fabrication requirements
  • High attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship


Highly Regarded
  • Fuel tanker experience
  • Tanker repair and maintenance experience
  • Transport industry experience
  • Chemical tanker experience
  • Stainless steel process pipework experience
  • Self-bunded fuel tank experience
  • Pump fit-out experience


Candidates with several years of relevant industry experience will be highly regarded; however, applicants with strong fabrication skills, a positive attitude and willingness to learn are encouraged to apply.


Licences & Tickets

The following are advantageous but not essential:
  • Confined Space
  • Working at Heights


Working Hours
  • Day shift position
  • Regular overtime available
  • Consistent workload and strong pipeline of work


What's on Offer
  • Competitive hourly rate based on experience
  • Overtime opportunities available
  • Stable workshop-based role
  • Long-term career opportunities
  • Join a growing and well-established business
  • Opportunity to work on specialised equipment and projects
  • Future growth and development opportunities


Recruitment Process

Shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a practical weld test to demonstrate TIG welding capability across aluminium and stainless steel materials.

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Who is hiring for the Welder/Fabricator role?
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Where is the Welder/Fabricator job located?
The Welder/Fabricator role with Virtue Recruitment is based in Perth, WA, AU.
Is the Welder/Fabricator role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at Virtue Recruitment.
What experience level is the Welder/Fabricator role?
The Welder/Fabricator position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
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