Welder

Welder


Company
Joii
Location
South Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
14 days ago
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Job Description
What’s in it for you? Starting from $76,515 to $92,000 in line with qualifications and experience Salary sacrifice options Close knit team with a great culture Training and support to help you achieve professional goals.About JoiiJoii undertakes various trade work for businesses throughout Queensland. By taking up a position with Joii it means that you are part of a bigger family and have access to a range of opportunities with a number of businesses. You also get the added bonus that what you do will make a difference in the community.Our clients are some of Australia’s biggest and strong demand will ensure long-term employment.We believe in Creating Opportunity and any profits we create do exactly that for those who need a little bit of extra support.Joii provides hope and opportunity for disadvantaged and vulnerable people. Joii's approach is twofold: We provide social impact programs that offer hope and opportunity for the disadvantaged and vulnerable. The programs focus on providing employment, pathways to employment, and housing opportunities. We operate sustainable funding creating social enterprises whose objective is to support the vision.The OpportunityJoii offers secure, well-paid positions with the added bonus that what you do will make a difference in our community.Due to a long, strong and ongoing pipeline of work we are urgently seeking enthusiastic and motivated applicants for the positions of qualified Welder within our Queensland Joii Trades team who will be required to work on a wide range of projects.Role PurposeThis aluminium welder position involves using various techniques, like MIG and TIG welding, to join aluminium parts according to specifications and blueprints. They are responsible for preparing materials, inspecting welds, maintaining equipment, and ensuring safety and quality standards are met. This role often requires physical stamina, dexterity, and the ability to work in diverse environments.Key Responsibilities Knowledge and experience: Fabricating mild steel, stainless steel and aluminium components, products, and structures with MIG and TIG welding. Material Preparation: Cutting, grinding, and preparing aluminium materials for welding. Equipment Operation and Maintenance: Operating and maintaining welding machines and equipment, including changing parts and ensuring proper functioning. Inspection and Quality Control: Inspecting welds for quality, adherence to safety regulations, and dimensional accuracy. Safety Compliance: Following all safety procedures and guidelines related to welding and material handling. Documentation: Maintaining records of work performed and materials used. Collaboration: Working with other welders, fabricators, and engineers to understand project requirements and ensure successful completion. Material Handling: Moving and storing finished products as needed.Essential Skills Needed Trade Certificate in Welding and/or 3+ years’ experience in welding. Expertise knowledge of fabricating a variety of components, products, or structures (not justproduction welding). Thorough understanding of aluminium properties and welding characteristics. Sound knowledge of Workplace Health and Safety requirements. Physical Stamina - Ability to perform repetitive tasks and work in various positions Physical Dexterity - Ability to handle tools and materials with precision Supply & maintain own commercial grade tools, noting a tool maintenance allowance is included in the salary package. Provide own vehicle to get themselves and their tools to site. Maintain current driver’s license (manual preferred).About You Ability to manage own time to meet agreed timeframe and projects. Able to work on tasks autonomously or in a team. Demonstrates a positive, willingness to learn and ability to follow directions from managers requirements. Hard working and reliable. Attention to detail and able to work to deadlines.What You Need To Do NowIf you are interested and have the experience, we would love to hear from you!Please click the 'APPLY' button now and send through your resume and cover letter detailing your previous relevant experience and why you are the perfect candidate for our team.Additional InformationValid Qualification means: Welder (First Class) - ANZSCO Skill Level 3: the occupation requires a high level of skill and expertise, typically associated with AQF Certificate III and at least two years of on-the-job training or an AQF Certificate IV.Tasks Include Manufacturing items from start to finish, including measuring, marking out, cutting, deburring,tacking together, welding, grinding, and finishing. Knowledge in setting welding machines for different materials and weld joints. Studying drawings and specifications to determine suitable material, method and sequence ofoperations, and machine settings. Fitting fabricated metal parts into products and assembling metal parts and subassemblies. Checking fabricated and assembled metal parts for accuracy, clearance and fit using precision measuring instruments. Interpreting work orders and determining the materials required. Problem-Solving: Identifying and addressing issues related to welding or material preparation Maintain a high standard of workmanship and precision. Log accurate records/documentation associated with your work as required and Other duties as directed.

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Q What is the minimum hourly rate for welders under the Manufacturing Award in Australia from 1 July 2026?
As per the Fair Work Ombudsman, the national minimum wage rate applicable to welders under the Manufacturing and Associated Industries and Occupations Award is AU$25.75 per hour from 1 July 2026 for level C10 classification. This rate applies to full-time employees with ordinary hours of 38 per week and includes a 25% loading for casual welders. Overtime rates start at 150% for the first three hours after 38 weekly hours.
Q What visa is required for overseas welders to work in Australia in 2026?
As per the Department of Home Affairs, overseas welders must hold a Temporary Skill Shortage visa (subclass 482) or Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional visa (subclass 494) if the occupation remains on the Priority Migration Skilled Occupation List. Applicants require a skills assessment from TRA showing at least three years relevant experience plus a Certificate III qualification. Visa grants for 2026 require employer sponsorship and payment of the Skilling Australians Fund levy of AU$1,200 for small businesses.
Q What qualifications and experience are needed to qualify as a welder in Australia?
As per the Fair Work Ombudsman, welders must hold a Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade (MEM30319) or equivalent plus a minimum of three years post-qualification experience for award classification at C10 level. Additional welding procedure qualifications under AS/NZS 1796 are required for pressure vessel work. No formal licensing exists nationally but state-based high-risk work licences apply for certain welding tasks.
Q How many ordinary hours and annual leave days apply to full-time welder positions in Australia?
As per the Fair Work Ombudsman, full-time welders work 38 ordinary hours per week averaged over a four-week period under the Manufacturing Award. Employees receive four weeks of paid annual leave per year plus 10 public holidays and up to 10 days personal leave. Additional entitlements include long service leave after seven years of continuous service.
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