Boilermaker/Welder

Boilermaker/Welder


Company
Ventia
Location
Holroyd, New South Wales, Australia
Job Type
Temporary
Posted
5 days ago
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Job Description
The OpportunityJoin Ventia, in partnership with Viva Energy, as a general maintenance tradesperson (Welder / Boilermaker / Pipefitter). In this role, you will deliver essential maintenance services to ensure the Clyde and Gore Bay Terminal assets remain safe, reliable, and fully operational.You will be responsible for both planned and reactive maintenance, including repairing, restoring, and maintaining assets that have deteriorated or been impacted during other works. The position also offers the opportunity to contribute to occasional project-based activities, providing variety and scope to broaden your experience.Why Join Us?Competitive hourly rate plus allowances and unlimited overtime opportunities.Enjoy a 9-day fortnight, with every second Monday off (RDO).Clear pathway to permanent employment based on performance in a short timeframe.A supportive work environment that prioritises quality, safety, and attention to detail over speed.Secure, long-term contract with a well-established track record.Access to a wide range of employee benefits through Ventia, including discounted private health insurance, paid parental leave, travel deals, and more.Key ResponsibilitiesPerform boilermaking and pipefitting to maintain, repair, and upgrade plant, piping, and structural assets.Dismantle, inspect, clean, repair, and reassemble plant equipment.Interpret technical drawings and complete fabrication mark-ups (piping and structural).Execute trade tasks including cutting, grinding, welding (GMAW, TIG, stick), fabrication, and heat treatment.Assemble, align, and install mechanical components and piping systems.Conduct equipment testing (including hydrostatic testing) to ensure performance and compliance.Maintain and repair pumps, motors, gearboxes, and associated equipment.Perform pre-start safety analyses and ensure compliance with site, quality, and WHS requirements.Safely work with high-pressure systems and hazardous substances.Collaborate with team members, contractors, and stakeholders to deliver work efficiently.Complete all required documentation, including permits, risk assessments, JSAs, and job records.About YouHold a minimum of AS 1796 Certificate 7 (or equivalent).Demonstrate strong experience in piping and fabrication.Be a reliable team player with a willingness to learn and adapt to both project and maintenance work.Possess relevant high-risk work tickets, including confined spaces and working at heights.Hold a valid Driver’s Licence and White Card.About VentiaVentia is a leading infrastructure services company, operating across Australia and New Zealand. Our clients are the owners and operators of assets that are critical to our local communities. We pride ourselves on working smart, safely and sustainably, harnessing the latest technologies and brightest minds. With a diverse and proud heritage, we have a track record of delivering essential services to the communities in which we operate.Diversity Ventia is enriched by the diverse experiences, talents and cultures that our people bring to the organisation, while celebrating and respecting the communities we operate in. We are committed to providing a safe and positive environment that provides equal opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQIA+, Women, Veterans and spouses and people with disabilities.How To ApplyIf you are looking to expand your career with a business that rewards and values its employees, please apply below by clicking on the apply now button.Position Reference Number: 166819

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Quick answers about Welder Jobs

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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