Fabricator Welder Job in New Zealand at Babcock is hiring a Fabricator Welder in Devonport, Auckland. The role involves heavy fabrication, welding, pipe system fabrication, and working with engineering drawings and workshop machinery. In addition, the position pays $46 per hour, with 1.5x pay after 40 hours and 2x pay after 43 hours. Applicants need a Level 4 Trade Certificate or equivalent, relevant welding certifications, at least 5 years of marine or industrial fabrication experience, and a full NZ Class 1 driver’s licence.
About the Job
Babcock is looking for a Fabricator Welder to join the team based in Devonport, Auckland.
About The Role
As a Heavy Fabricator at Babcock, you’ll work on large-scale fabrication projects for ship and shore-based operations. You’ll shape and weld high-grade metals and build complex pipe systems. As a result, your work will support the safety and performance of naval and industrial assets. You’ll work with a skilled team in Devonport. In addition, you’ll use modern equipment and follow high standards for precision, safety, and teamwork.
This role gives you the chance to use your trade skills in meaningful work. Furthermore, you’ll work in a company that handles complex projects and values high-quality results. You’ll be trusted to make decisions, solve problems, and share ideas to improve work processes. You may also support other teams and build your skills through planned training. Moreover, you’ll work on different projects.
- $46 per hour (trade certificate essential)
- 1.5x paid after 40hrs
- 2x paid after 43hrs
- Additional benefits
About You
You’re an experienced fabricator who works well in a busy, hands-on environment. You understand heavy metals, welding specifications, and workshop machinery. Also, you can read engineering drawings and fabricate to exact standards. You take pride in your work, solve problems, and work well with others. In addition, you follow safety rules, are reliable, and can work under pressure.
Key Required Skills
- Heavy fabrication of steel, aluminium, stainless & copper nickel
- TIG, MIG, and Stick welding proficiency
- Pipe system fabrication and mock-up techniques
- Operation of CNC profile cutters and hydraulic presses
- Reading and interpreting engineering drawings
- Workshop process improvement and SOP compliance
- Cross-team collaboration and support
- Hazard assessment and HSE compliance
Key Required Qualifications
- Trade Certificate (Level 4) in Fabrication or equivalent
- Relevant Welding Certifications
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in marine or industrial fabrication
- Full NZ Driver’s License (Class 1 minimum)
Your Future At Babcock – What We Offer You
- Our work life integration policy brings together leave entitlements which include annual leave, wellbeing leave, paid parental leave, defence reservist leave plus more;
- We will provide you with a supportive and engaging environment where you can grow your career, supported by our capability framework plus ongoing access to self-led learning modules through LinkedIn Learning and access to study leave;
- You’ll have access to beRewarded which will provide you with endless discounts across retail, health, entertainment, travel and much more, plus novated leasing options and corporate shares plan;
- Your wellbeing is supported through our online wellbeing program Munch, Mind, Move, Money, access to our employee assistance program plus you can access two days annually from your personal leave as wellbeing days;
- You’ll be able to participate in our weRecognise program which is an opportunity to recognise the outstanding work our people do each and every day in living our principles which are Be kind, Collaborate, Be Curious, Think Outcomes, Be Courageous and Own & Deliver.
Who We Are
Babcock International Group, the aerospace and defence company, has been trusted to deliver bespoke, highly skilled engineering services for over a century.
Across Australia and New Zealand, Babcock has grown to a team of over 1,600 talented people, and we are on a path of continued growth and expansion. We operate across sectors such as defence, commercial marine, aviation, airports, communications, emergency services and engineering consultancy.
Our Programs
Some of the programs our team across Australia and New Zealand are proud to be a part of involve:
- Providing emergency medical and search & rescue aviation services through our Aviation & Critical Services business;
- Designing and supporting key systems for submarines and surface ships through our Marine business;
- Providing fleet wide through life support and asset management services for Navy customers;
- Managing critical assets for a range of sectors through our Land Business.
Application Information
So, if you would like to join us and help create a safe and secure world, together, please apply via the Apply Now’ button below.
To learn more about us visit www.babcock.com.au
We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds and experience. However, the successful candidate must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand and capable of obtaining a New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) Security Clearance.
Please note, should your application progress you may be required to complete pre-employment checks. These checks may include but not limited to, reference checks, MOJ, security check, qualifications and right to work.
Babcock Australasia is a Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.
Job Req #71637
