Join our clients expanding team in Girraween, as an Aluminium Welder and take your career to new heights. This is your chance to showcase your creativity and skill in a dynamic environment where your contributions directly impact the quality of our metalwork. Reporting to the Factory Floor Manager, you'll play a key role in delivering exceptional results and working with a team that values precision and innovation.

They are seeking a candidate with proven welding experience, a steady hand, and keen attention to detail. If you have a deep understanding of different metals and their properties, and enjoy collaborating with talented professionals, this role is for you.

Embrace the opportunity to advance your career while making a significant impact on our projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Interpreting Plans/Drawings: Accurately read and follow detailed specifications and blueprints.
• Product Manufacturing: Produce high-quality items based on client specifications and drawings, adhering to deadlines.
• Material Handling: Work effectively with diverse materials, including steel and aluminum.
• Team Collaboration: Coordinate seamlessly with our skilled team of welders and factory staff.
• Proficient with Welding Equipment: Skilled in using various welding equipment and techniques, including TIG and MMA.
• Blueprint Interpretation: Expert in reading blueprints, taking precise measurements, and planning welding procedures.
• Selecting Welding Methods: Determine and apply the right welding equipment or technique based on project needs.
• Component Setup: Set up and prepare components for welding to meet detailed specifications.
• Diverse Welding Techniques: Use plasma, gas, or electric arc methods for welding different materials.
• Metal Heating: Heat and melt metal parts to create the necessary material for welding or extrusion.
• Angle Grinder Operation: Utilise angle grinders to prepare parts effectively before welding.
• Component Alignment: Align and secure components accurately using calipers, rulers, and clamps.
• Versatile Welding Positions: Weld components in various positions (vertical, horizontal, overhead) using manual or semi-automatic equipment.

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Experience Required: At least 2 years in boiler making with aluminum and tubular steel, preferably in construction.
• Precision and Interpretation: Demonstrated skills in measurement and drawing interpretation, especially with rakes and angles.
• Attention to Detail: Meticulous organisational skills and pride in workmanship.
• Mechanical Aptitude: Strong understanding of mechanical systems and processes.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and interpersonal abilities.
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills and effective problem resolution.
• Positive Attitude: A proactive "Can Do" mindset.
• Specialised Knowledge: Experience with louvres, slats, balustrading, and specialty works is advantageous.
• Certification: White Card and Current Driver's License required.

This is a great permanent opportunity on offer with a great remuneration package. If this sounds like you, please click on the APPLY button and submit your resume.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

At Drake, we are committed to fostering diversity, inclusion, and equity. While our journey is ongoing, our shared goal is to create an environment where every individual is respected and valued. We are a community that recognises the strength of diversity.

Right to Work

The above position is open only to applicants who have a current right to work in Australia. Applicants who do not have a current right to work In Australia will unfortunately not be considered and are respectfully asked not to apply.