About

Welder role available to join our SQS teams with potential assignment across NSW, QLD, SA, VIC, or WA.

Southern Steel Group and its subsidiaries specialise in providing the finest steel products, sheet & coil, and expert steel processing and distribution. Our company network is extensive, represented in every Australian state.

Southern Queensland Steel is part of the Southern Steel Group, the largest privately-owned steel company in Australia. With more than 1400 employees nationwide, the foundations of this company are built on strong values and a sense of family belonging.

We service our customers through multiple SQS businesses and division affiliates in various States in Australia. In NSW: Steelpipes, Piling Solutions Australia, Rigby Jones, Rollco, Metal Shop Technics, Southern Sheet & Coil, Coil Processors. In QLD: RPG Australia. In Victoria: Surdex Steel, Smithweld Bending, KOMO Metform Engineering, Alliance Laser, Surdex Sheet & Coil, Eliott Engineering, Australian Rollforming Manufacturers. In SA: Brice Metals, Ferrocut. In WA: WA Cutting Services, Boyd Metal Industries

To succeed in this position, you will need to have industry related experience within similar positions, a strong work ethic and strong safety focus.

The ability to carry out work with minimal supervision, a keen and enthusiastic approach to your work and willingness to work over time will help you ensure success in this role.

The role includes but is not limited to:
Read and interpret project plans, engineering drawings, blueprints and other written instructions and diagrams to perform task at hand
Perform fabrication and repair works on various metal structures and components according to engineering drawings, specifications, and blueprints
Work with variety of materials, including steel, aluminium, and other alloys
Weld small and large components such as copper plumbing, beams, and pipelines
Perform appropriate type of weld - base on project needs and specifications
Weld components in flat, vertical, and overhead positions
Ensure fabrication and repairs are carried out using the proper safety guidelines to ensure rework jobs do not occur
Use a range of hand and power tools, including grinders, drills, and cutting tools
Conduct quality checks on completed work to ensure it meets standard specifications
Monitor machinery for appropriate usage and temperature
Follow and enforce strict safety regulations such as wearing heat-resistant gloves, protective masks, and safety shoes to prevent accidents and injuries in the workplace

To be considered for this role, you must have the following:
Trade certificate in Engineering Fabrication or Equivalent
Proficient in performing all welding, gouging, cutting or other duties
Post trade experience in the same field
Proactive attitude with the desire to work reliably as part of an outstanding team to deliver excellence for our clients
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and blueprints
Experience working with a variety of materials, including steel, aluminum, and other alloys
Familiarity with a range of hand and power tools, including grinders, drills, and cutting tools
Strong attention to detail and the ability to conduct quality checks on completed work
Ability to work independently or as part of a team to complete assigned tasks
Knowledge of safety procedures and regulations to prevent accidents and injuries in the workplace
Strong communication and reporting skills
Self-motivated, organised, punctual and reliable
Must have great work ethics

The successful applicant will be joining a secure, reputable organisation who offers their employees opportunities for career progression.

If you have the skills & experience we need and have a positive attitude, please apply now.

Note: Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. We promote a safe work culture; therefore, we have a process of reference checking and pre-employment medicals which includes a drug and alcohol screen for the successful applicant.

Salary: Between $80,000 and $90,000 per annum + Super