Experienced Welder – Steel & Alloy Fabrication

We’re recruiting on behalf of a well-established Timaru business looking for an Apprentice or Trainee Glazier to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys practical work, takes pride in quality workmanship, and wants to learn a skilled trade.

You’ll be working alongside an experienced team on a variety of steel and alloy welding and fabrication projects. We’re looking for someone who can work independently, read drawings, solve problems, and consistently produce high-quality work.

What You’ll Be Doing

Your role will involve all aspects of steel and alloy welding and fabrication, including:

MIG welding of mild steel, stainless steel, and aluminium
TIG welding experience would be an advantage
Fabricating and assembling steel and alloy components
Reading and interpreting workshop and fabrication drawings
Measuring, cutting, fitting, and preparing materials
Working from plans and specifications to achieve accurate finished products
Using workshop machinery, tools, and equipment safely and effectively
Inspecting your own work to ensure a high standard of quality
Working both independently and as part of a team
Maintaining a clean, organised, and safe work area
Following all health and safety procedures

What We’re Looking For

Proven experience as a welder/fabricator
Strong MIG welding skills
Experience working with mild steel, stainless steel, and aluminium
Ability to read and understand fabrication drawings
Good measuring, fitting, and fabrication skills
A high standard of workmanship and attention to detail
Reliable, punctual, and hardworking
Mechanically minded with good practical problem-solving skills
Able to work independently and as part of a team
Physically fit and comfortable working in a busy workshop environment
A strong commitment to health and safety
Relevant welding/fabrication qualifications are an advantage but not essential

We’re looking for someone who knows their way around a workshop, takes pride in what they build, and can hit the ground running. If you’re an experienced welder who enjoys quality fabrication and wants to be part of a solid team with ongoing work, we’d love to hear from you.

Send your CV to lisa@personnelplacements.co.nz or call me on 0273660621 to learn more about this role. The successful candidate must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test and undergo a Ministry of Justice background check.

Please note – we do not offer sponsorship, you must have the legal right to work in NZ.