Sheet Metal Fabricator - Welder
Company
Unique Metals Laser
Location
Wangara, Western Australia, Australia
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
27 days ago
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Job Description
Sheet Metal Fabricator - Welder | Wangara (Available Now!)About Unique Metals LaserProudly Australian and privately owned since 1972, Unique Metals Laser delivers high-precision cutting and fabrication solutions to a wide range of industries. With 8 sites across Australia, we're a trusted name in manufacturing excellence. Learn more at www.uniquelaser.com.au. The OpportunityWe're looking for an experienced Sheet Metal Fabricator - Welder to join our Wangara team immediately. This is a hands-on role in a supportive, safety-focused environment where your skills will make a real impact.What You'll DoWelding & fabrication of various worksAluminium, stainless, and mild steel welding - MIG & TIGReading and interpreting drawings and specificationsFitting and assembling components into final productsPerforming QA checks and finishing tasks (polishing, sanding, TIG brushing)About YouFabrication Trade Certificate III or partially completed apprenticeshipStrong welding and fabrication skillsForklift licence (advantage)Previous experience in a manufacturing/fabrication environmentAbility to work independently and communicate effectivelyWhat We OfferImmediate start - available now!Competitive pay and job securityTraining and ongoing supportEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Company uniform and PPE providedWork with a proudly Australian-owned company committed to diversity and inclusion✅ Apply NowJoin a growing, successful company where your contribution matters! Applicants must have Australian work rights and be willing to undergo pre-employment drug & alcohol testing.Only successful applicants will be contacted.No Recruitment Agency contact at this stage please.
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