Manufacturing

Welder Fabricator

Stellar Recruitment

Christchurch, CanterburyYesterday
Full time

What the role involves

  • Fabricating steel components
  • Welding metal assemblies
  • Interpreting workshop drawings

What they ask for

Proven fabrication experience in a workshop or manufacturing environment; experience with plate, pipe, structural steel, sheet metal, or heavy fabricated assemblies; competency in MIG, TIG, FCAW, or SMAW; full NZ working rights or valid work visa; NZ resident or citizen

About the job

We have multiple permanent and temp-to-perm opportunities available for Welder Fabricators with leading engineering and manufacturing companies across Christchurch. Whether your background is in structural steel, heavy fabrication, transport, pipework, pressure vessel work, or general engineering, we have a range of roles.

Key Responsibilities

  • Fabrication of stainless steel, mild steel, aluminium, and carbon steel components.
  • Working on a variety of projects including structural steel, pipework, pressure piping, process equipment, heavy fabrication, transport, machinery, and general engineering.
  • MIG, TIG, FCAW (flux core), and SMAW (arc) welding to a high standard.
  • Fabricating, fitting, assembling, and welding from technical drawings and workshop plans.
  • Maintaining high standards of quality, accuracy, and safety.

What We're Looking For:

  • Proven experience as a Fabricator in a workshop or manufacturing environment.
  • Experience working with plate, pipe, structural steel, sheet metal, or heavy fabricated assemblies.
  • Competency in MIG, TIG, FCAW, or SMAW welding (tickets/certifications advantageous but not essential).
  • Ability to read and interpret workshop drawings and fabrication plans.
  • Comfortable working independently or as part of a team.
  • Full NZ working rights or a valid work visa.

What’s in it for you?

  • Competitive pay: $36 - $45 per hour (exp dep)
  • Work for some of the best companies in the industry - great facilities and reputable brands
  • Opportunities to grow your skills and experience. Career progression if desired

How to Apply?

Click ‘APPLY’ or contact Makenzie Haberfield for a confidential discussion.

Email: makenzie.h@stellarrecruitment.co.nz

Must be an NZ resident or citizen

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